Float
Definition
(n) : A thing that stays on the surface, or a parade vehicle.
Example
"(v) : The leaf was floating on the river."
"(v) : The balloon floated gently above the trees, moving slowly with the wind."
"(n) : The parade float was beautifully decorated with flowers and lights."
Explanation
Float means to stay on the surface of water or in the air without sinking or falling. For example, a boat floats on water, and a balloon floats in the sky. It can also mean to move gently or smoothly, like floating down a river or across the room. In business, “float” can mean to start selling company shares to the public for the first time. For example, the company plans to float its shares next year. It also means to suggest ideas or plans; for example, “He floated an idea in the meeting.” It can also mean something that stays on the surface of water, or in parades, a decorated vehicle that moves on the street.