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counterpose.

To act as a counterweight.

11 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

verb/ˌkaʊn.təˈpəʊz/Received-Pronunciation/ˌkaʊn.tɚˈpoʊz/General-American
  1. To act as a counterweight.

  2. To create a contrast.

Where this word comes from

From French contraposer, equivalent to counter- + pose.

noun/ˈkaʊn.təˌpəʊz/Received-Pronunciation/ˈkaʊn.tɚˌpoʊz/General-American
  1. A pose taken in opposition to another.

Where this word comes from

From French contraposer, equivalent to counter- + pose.

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