counterbalancing
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/ˌkaʊntərˈbælənsɪŋ/
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/ˌkaʊntəˈbælənsɪŋ/
(counterbalance)
balance against
Etymology
Etymology Information
'counterbalance' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'countrebalancen,' where 'countre-' meant 'against' and 'balancen' meant 'to weigh.'
Historical Evolution
'countrebalancen' transformed into the modern English word 'counterbalance' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to weigh against,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to offset or neutralize.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'counterbalance'.
The weight of the engine is counterbalancing the load.
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Last updated: 2025/03/01 13:54