balance — a state of equilibrium or equal distribution of weight
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a state of equilibrium or equal distribution of weight
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbæləns/
Example Sentences
- My cat has better balance than most circus performers.
- After checking my balance, I realized I'm rich in debt.
- She tried to balance her checkbook, but the numbers kept arguing with each other.
balance
NOUN[/ˈbæləns/]
a state of equilibrium or equal distribution of weight
Two children achieve perfect balance on the playground seesaw
Perfect balance despite the swaying valance, correcting every imbalance!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'bilanx', a compound of 'bis' (two) and 'lanx' (scale pan or dish). In antiquity, this referred to a weighing scale with two pans on opposite sides used to compare the weight of objects.
Breakdown
bi- (two) + lanx (scale pan) = bilanx, which evolved into the English 'balance' through Old French influence.
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📝Examples
“My cat has better balance than most circus performers.”
“After checking my balance, I realized I'm rich in debt.”
“She tried to balance her checkbook, but the numbers kept arguing with each other.”
“It's important to maintain a healthy balance between study and rest.”
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