Definition of Pose
Pose
pose
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to present oneself in a false way in order to impress something in particular, usually some trait or demeanor, onto others;
e.g. She poses as someone gentle and caring, but I've seen how cold and ruthless she can be.
(verb)
to present or give rise to something such as a problem, difficulty, or danger;
e.g. Hunters and poachers pose a threat to the animal ecosystem.
(noun)
a sustained posture or way of sitting such that they can be photographed or painted;
e.g. She sat in a pose and the photographer took pictures of her for the cover of the fashion magazine.
(verb)
to position something or someone in such a way that they may be replicated, usually in the form of photography or painting;
e.g. She posed for the cameras at the red carpet.
(noun)
facade, act, or behavior that is presented in order to give others a false impression;
e.g. She dropped her facade of kindness immediately after the kids left the room.
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