Meaning & use
pose
To position yourself for a photograph or portrait, or to present a problem, question, or risk.
See it in a sentence
The whole family posed together for a photo in front of the fireplace.
The unstable bridge poses a serious risk to anyone who tries to cross it.
A note on using this word
Pose can describe a physical stance for a photo, or figuratively describe presenting a challenge, question, or threat.
Words with a similar meaning
presentsit for
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A particular position of the body, especially one held for a photograph or artwork.
The yoga instructor demonstrated a difficult balancing pose.
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