float

Definitions

• (intransitive) Of an object or substance, to be supported by a liquid of greater density than the object so as that part of the object or substance remains above the surface.
• (transitive) To cause something to be suspended in a liquid of greater density.
• (intransitive) To be capable of floating.
• (intransitive) To move in a particular direction with the liquid in which one is floating
• (intransitive) To drift or wander aimlessly.
• (intransitive) To drift gently through the air.
• (intransitive) To move in a fluid manner.
• (intransitive) To circulate.
• (intransitive) (of an idea or scheme) To be viable.
• (transitive) To propose (an idea) for consideration.
• (intransitive) To automatically adjust a parameter as related parameters change.
• (intransitive) (of currencies) To have an exchange value determined by the markets as opposed to by rule.
• (transitive) To allow (the exchange value of a currency) to be determined by the markets.
• (transitive) To extend a short-term loan to.
• (transitive) To issue or sell shares in a company (or units in a trust) to members of the public, followed by listing on a stock exchange.
• (transitive) To spread plaster over (a surface), using the tool called a float.
• (transitive) To use a float (rasp-like tool) upon.
• (transitive) To transport by float (vehicular trailer).
• (poker) To perform a float.
• (computing) To cause (an element within a document) to float above or beside others.