Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
floating
adjective
/ˈfloʊtɪŋ/
Definition
The act of resting or moving on the surface of a liquid without sinking.
Examples
- The buoy is floating on the lake.
- He saw the leaves floating down the stream.
- She enjoyed floating in the pool on a sunny day.
Meaning
Floating refers to the state of an object that is supported by a liquid and does not submerge.
Synonyms
- buoyant
- drifting
- hovering
