balancer
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/ˈbælənsər/
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/ˈbælənsə/
(balance)
equilibrium
Etymology
Etymology Information
'balancer' originates from the Old French word 'balancier', which referred to a device for weighing.
Historical Evolution
'balancier' transformed into the Middle English word 'balancer', eventually becoming the modern English word 'balancer'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a device for weighing', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a device or person that maintains or restores balance'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a device or person that maintains or restores balance.
The tightrope walker used a long pole as a balancer.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35