equipoise n : equality of distribution [syn: balance, equilibrium, counterbalance]

Equipoise \E"qui*poise\, n. [Equi- + poise.]
1. Equality of weight or force; hence, equilibrium; a state in which the two ends or sides of a thing are balanced, and hence equal; state of being equally balanced; -- said of moral, political, or social interests or forces. The means of preserving the equipoise and the tranquillity of the commonwealth. --Burke. Our little lives are kept in equipoise By opposite attractions and desires. --Longfellow.
2. Counterpoise. The equipoise to the clergy being removed. --Buckle.

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