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Trim :: Trim (v. i.) To balance; to fluctuate between parties, so as to appear to favor each..

Poise :: Poise (v. i.) To hang in equilibrium; to be balanced or suspended; hence, to be in suspense or doubt..

Balance :: Balance (n.) The seventh sign in the Zodiac, called Libra, which the sun enters at the equinox in September..

Librate :: Librate (v. i.) To vibrate as a balance does before resting in equilibrium; hence, to be poised..

Counter :: Counter (adv.) A prefix meaning contrary, opposite, in opposition; as, counteract, counterbalance, countercheck. See Counter, adv. & a..

Equibalanced :: Equibalanced (imp. & p. p.) of Equibalanc.

Halteres :: Halteres (n. pl.) Balancers; the rudimentary hind wings of Diptera.

Weigh :: Weigh (v. t.) To examine or test as if by the balance; to ponder in the mind; to consider or examine for the purpose of forming an opinion or coming to a conclusion; to estimate deliberately and maturely; to balance.

Diptera :: Diptera (n. pl.) An extensive order of insects having only two functional wings and two balancers, as the house fly, mosquito, etc. They have a suctorial proboscis, often including two pairs of sharp organs (mandibles and maxillae) with which they pierce the skin of animals. They undergo a complete metamorphosis, their larvae (called maggots) being usually without feet..

Balancer :: Balancer (n.) One who balances, or uses a balance..

Cock :: Cock (n.) The indicator of a balance.

Libratory :: Libratory (a.) Balancing; moving like a balance, as it tends to an equipoise or level..

Apoise :: Apoise (adv.) Balanced.

Lift :: Lift (n.) That portion of the vibration of a balance during which the impulse is given.

Cock :: Cock (n.) The bridge piece which affords a bearing for the pivot of a balance in a clock or watch.

Trip :: Trip (n. i.) To take a quick step, as when in danger of losing one's balance; hence, to make a false; to catch the foot; to lose footing; to stumble..

Hairspring :: Hairspring (n.) The slender recoil spring which regulates the motion of the balance in a timepiece.

Counterpoise :: Counterpoise (n.) The relation of two weights or forces which balance each other; equilibrium; equiponderance.

Balance :: Balance (n.) The state of being in equipoise; equilibrium; even adjustment; steadiness.

Clear :: Clear (v. i.) To make exchanges of checks and bills, and settle balances, as is done in a clearing house..

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