Counterbalance

noun

/ˌkaʊntə(ɹ)ˈbæləns/

Word Frequency: 0.7

Definitions

1.nounA weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.

2.nounA force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.

3.verbTo apply weight in order to balance an opposing weight.

"Big brother counterbalances his two siblings to the pound."

4.verbTo match or equal in effect when applying opposing force

"Arm wrestling is undecided as long as the opponents counterbalance each-other"

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