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posing

/ˈpəʊzɪŋ/ · verb

Meaning

  1. To place in an attitude or fixed position, for the sake of effect.
  2. To ask; to set (a test, quiz, riddle, etc.).
  3. To constitute (a danger, a threat, a risk, etc.).
  4. (in the phrase "to pose as") To falsely impersonate (another person or occupation) primarily for the purpose of accomplishing something or reaching a goal.
  5. To assume or maintain a pose; to strike an attitude.
  6. To behave affectedly in order to attract interest or admiration.
  7. To ask (someone) questions; to interrogate.
  8. To puzzle, non-plus, or embarrass with difficult questions.
  9. To perplex or confuse (someone).
  10. The act by which something is posed.
  11. The act of one who poses or postures.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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