Not fixed in one place; moving or changing position. The floating clouds drifted lazily across the sky.
Not settled or stable; subject to change. She had a floating schedule that allowed her to work from different locations.
Suspended in or on a liquid without sinking. The floating leaves created a beautiful pattern on the surface of the pond.
Available for use or not assigned to a specific task or location. The company has a floating workforce that can be deployed to various projects as needed.
To rest or move on or near the surface of a liquid without sinking. The boat began to float gently down the river.
To move or hover in a fluid or in the air. The balloon floated up into the sky.
To circulate or be in circulation. Rumors began to float around the office.
To propose or suggest an idea or plan for consideration. She decided to float the idea of a new project to her team.
To fluctuate or vary irregularly. The exchange rate can float depending on market conditions.
To make (a company) public by offering its shares for sale on a stock exchange. The startup plans to float on the London Stock Exchange next year.
To allow (a currency) to fluctuate freely in value in the exchange market. The government decided to float the national currency against the dollar.