To hold (an object or objects) precariously; to support on a narrow base, so as to keep from falling.
To move toward, and then back from, reciprocally.
To bring (items) to an equipoise, as the scales of a balance by adjusting the weights.
To compare in relative force, importance, value, etc.; to estimate.
To make the credits and debits of (an account) correspond.
To make (concepts) agree.
To have matching credits and debits.
To contract, as a sail, into a narrower compass.
To be in equilibrium.
A pair of scales.
The remainder.
A state in which opposing forces harmonise; equilibrium.
A list accounting for the debits on one side, and for the credits on the other.
Something of equal weight used to provide equilibrium; counterweight.
Awareness of both viewpoints or matters; neutrality; rationality; objectivity.
A device used to regulate the speed of a watch, clock etc.
The result of such a procedure; the difference between credit and debit of an account.
The overall result of conflicting forces, opinions etc.; the influence which ultimately "weighs" more than others.
Mental equilibrium; mental health; calmness, a state of remaining clear-headed and unperturbed.
Apparent harmony in art (between differing colours, sounds, etc.).
To bind or lock in position immovably; see also seize up.
To have a seizure.
To take advantage of (an opportunity or circumstance).
Of chocolate: to change suddenly from a fluid to an undesirably hard and gritty texture.
To take possession of (by force, law etc.).
To deliberately take hold of; to grab or capture.
(with of) To cause (an action or matter) to be or remain before (a certain judge or court).
To submit for consideration to a deliberative body.
To have a sudden and powerful effect upon.
To lay hold in seizure, by hands or claws (+ on or upon).
To bind, lash or make fast, with several turns of small rope, cord, or small line.