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counterbalance noun

  /ˌkaʊntəˈbæləns/ , /ˌkaʊntɚˈbæləns/
  • (literally) A weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.
  • (figuratively) A force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.
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counterbalance verb

  /ˌkaʊntəˈbæləns/ , /ˌkaʊntɚˈbæləns/
  • (transitive) To apply weight in order to balance an opposing weight.
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