hover

English

/ˈhɒ.və(ɹ)/, /ˈhʌ.vɚ/

verb
Definitions
  • (intransitive) To float in the air.
  • (intransitive) To linger or hang in one place, especially in an uncertain manner.
  • (intransitive) To waver, or be uncertain.
  • (computing) To place the cursor over a hyperlink or icon without clicking.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English hoveren suffix from English hove.

Origin

English

hove

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