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aplomb

Aplomb (noun) means Self-confidence; poise; composure.

noun
1
Self-confidence; poise; composure.
2
The apparent elegance and precision exhibited by a confident, accomplished dancer.
3
The perpendicular; perpendicularity.
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Etymology

Unadapted borrowing from French aplomb (“plumb line”).

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What is the meaning of aplomb?

"aplomb" (noun) means self-confidence; poise; composure.

What are the different meanings of aplomb?

"aplomb" has 3 main meanings: 1. Self-confidence; poise; composure; 2. The apparent elegance and precision exhibited by a confident, accomplished dancer; 3. The perpendicular; perpendicularity.

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