poses

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English

Definitions

noun

Common cold, head cold; catarrh.

noun

Position, posture, arrangement (especially of the human body).“Please adopt a more graceful pose for my camera.”
Affectation.

verb

To place in an attitude or fixed position, for the sake of effect.“To pose a model for a picture.”
To ask; to set (a test, quiz, riddle, etc.).
To constitute (a danger, a threat, a risk, etc.).
(in the phrase "to pose as") To falsely impersonate (another person or occupation) primarily for the purpose of accomplishing something or reaching a goal.

verb

To ask (someone) questions; to interrogate.
To puzzle, non-plus, or embarrass with difficult questions.
To perplex or confuse (someone).

Related words

Synonyms

fix deposit drape model masquerade lay set mannerism sit posture airs impersonate personate affectation position situate

Associated

threat hazard risks pose gestures yoga challenges risk danger hazards imminent nude

Rhymes

bed of roses juxtaposes imposes roses noses attar of roses exposes opposes discloses disposes

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