Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flotation
noun
/floʊˈteɪʃən/
Definition
The act or process of floating or being suspended in a liquid.
Examples
- The flotation of the boat was aided by its design and materials.
- Flotation therapy is used to relieve stress and promote relaxation.
- The engineers studied the flotation effect of different materials in water.
Meaning
Flotation refers to the ability of an object to remain on the surface of a fluid, often facilitated by the object’s density and the properties of the fluid.
Synonyms
- buoyancy
- floating
- drifting
- levitation
