equilibria

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equilibria - Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 :

  Equilibrium \E`qui*lib"ri*um\, n.; pl. E. Equilibriums, L.
     Equilibria. [L. aequilibrium, fr. aequilibris in
     equilibrium, level; aequus equal + libra balance. See
     Equal, and Librate.]
     1. Equality of weight or force; an equipoise or a state of
        rest produced by the mutual counteraction of two or more
        forces.
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     2. A level position; a just poise or balance in respect to an
        object, so that it remains firm; equipoise; as, to
        preserve the equilibrium of the body.
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              Health consists in the equilibrium between those two
              powers.                               --Arbuthnot.
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     3. A balancing of the mind between motives or reasons, with
        consequent indecision and doubt.
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     Equilibrium valve (Steam Engine), a balanced valve. See
        under Valve.
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