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/ˈpoʊ.zɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The act of positioning oneself or adopting a particular pose.
Her posing for the camera was natural and effortless.
A fashionable or affected stance or manner of behavior.
The celebrity's posing at the event was all part of her public persona.
verb
The act of assuming a position or attitude for the purpose of being photographed or observed.
The model was posing for a photoshoot in a beautiful garden.
Presenting oneself in a particular way to create a specific impression.
He was posing as a wealthy businessman to gain access to the exclusive party.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'ponere', meaning 'to place'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
striking a pose:
Adopting a particular stance or position, often for effect.
posing a question:
To ask a question, especially in a formal context.
posing as:
To pretend to be someone or something else.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
Faking or pretending to be someone or something.
Stop posing, we know you're not an influencer.
Trying to show off or be flashy without substance.
He's just posing with that expensive car he's renting.