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counterbalance

Counterbalance (noun) means a weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.

noun
1
A weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.
2
A force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.
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What is the meaning of counterbalance?

"counterbalance" (noun) means a weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.

What are the different meanings of counterbalance?

"counterbalance" has 2 main meanings: 1. A weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance; 2. A force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.

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