Float
Pronunciation: /ˈfloʊt/
Float (verb)
- To stay on the surface of water without sinking.
- To move slowly and smoothly through the air or on water.
- To offer shares of a company to the public for the first time.
Examples
- The leaf can float on the pond.
- A small boat will float if it's not overloaded.
Common collocations: float on water, float effortlessly, float gently, float through the air, float a loan
Float (noun)
- A light object that stays on the surface of water.
- A decorated platform, often on wheels, used in parades.
- A drink with ice cream floating in it, like root beer float.
Examples
- A float can help you swim better.
- Children use a float in the pool.