pose
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Also seen as: poses · posing · posed
Sense 1
To place in an attitude or fixed position, for the sake of effect.
Verb
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
To ask; to set (a test, quiz, riddle, etc.).
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Position, posture, arrangement (especially of the human body).
Noun
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 4
Affectation.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “pose” mean?
To place in an attitude or fixed position, for the sake of effect.
Is “pose” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.