pose — to sit, stand, or lie in a particular position for a photograph or painting
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to sit, stand, or lie in a particular position for a photograph or painting
Pronunciation (IPA): /poʊz/
Korean meaning: 사진이나 그림을 위해 특정 자세를 취하다
Korean pronunciation: 포즈 (강세: 포즈)
Example Sentences
- My cat always poses like a model whenever I take out my phone camera.
- The heavy rain poses a serious challenge to our picnic plans.
- He tried to pose as a confident person, but his nervous laughter gave him away.
pose
VERB//poʊz//
to sit, stand, or lie in a particular position for a photograph or painting
to sit, stand, or lie in a particular position for a photograph or painting
She holds a rose near her nose as she strikes a pose
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'poser' meaning 'to place or put,' which comes from Latin 'pausare' meaning 'to stop or rest.' The word evolved through French before entering Middle English.
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📝Examples
“My cat always poses like a model whenever I take out my phone camera.”
“The heavy rain poses a serious challenge to our picnic plans.”
“He tried to pose as a confident person, but his nervous laughter gave him away.”
“The warrior statue held an intimidating pose with a raised sword.”
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