coun
ter
ba
lance
Plural
counterbalances
1
a weight or mechanism used to provide stability and balance by offsetting the weight of another object or system
- The heavy base acts as a counterbalance to the tall structure.
- The weight on one side served as a counterbalance for the other.
- The counterbalance ensures stability during the machine's operation.
- The design includes a counterbalance to prevent tipping.
- The lever system relies on a counterbalance for smooth functioning.
2
a compensating equivalent
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3
equality of distribution
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