Float

/flˈə‍ʊt/

/ˈfɫoʊt/

Definiția și Sensul lui "float"

to float

VERB

a pluti, a plutii

to be in motion on a body of water or current of air at a slow pace

Intransitive

Example

As the paper boat was set adrift, it started to float lazily along the tranquil pond.

Pe măsură ce bărcuța de hârtie a fost lăsată să plutească, a început să plutească încet pe lângă iazul liniștit.

The colorful leaves detached from the trees and began to float gently down the river.

Frunzele colorate s-au desprins de copaci și au început să plutească ușor pe râu.

a pluti, a flota

to remain on or near the surface of a liquid without sinking to the bottom

Intransitive

Example

The colorful rubber duck floated in the bathtub.

Despite its weight, the boat 's design allowed it to float on the water.

a pluti, a flota

to release or place something on a liquid surface, allowing it to move freely

Transitive: to float sth

Example

They would float lanterns on the river during the festival

The children eagerly gathered at the pond to float their handmade paper boats.

a lăsa la voia pieței, a permite fluctuația valorii

to allow a currency to vary in value based on market forces, without direct government intervention

Transitive: to float a currency

Example

In a move towards economic liberalization, the government decided to float the national currency.

The finance minister explained that the decision to float the currency was aimed at fostering a more competitive export market.

a netezi, a uniformiza

to smooth or level a surface, such as plaster or cement, using a tool called a float

Transitive: to float a surface

Example

The skilled mason carefully floated the freshly applied plaster on the wall.

To create a polished look, the artisan decided to float the cement countertop.

a pluti, a se lăsa dus

to move in a relaxed, unhurried, or carefree manner

Intransitive

Example

The dancer seemed to float across the stage, moving with grace and ease.

In the idyllic meadow, butterflies would float from flower to flower.

a circula, a pluti

to be passed around or circulated, often in the context of rumors, ideas, or information

Intransitive

Example

Rumors began to float about the unexpected changes in the company's leadership.

The intriguing concept of the new product design started to float among the team members.

a propune, a sugera

to bring suggestions, plans, or ideas forward for further consideration

Transitive: to float an idea or suggestion

Example

During the team meeting, she decided to float the idea of a flexible work schedule.

În timpul întâlnirii de echipă, ea a decis să sugereze ideea unui program de lucru flexibil.

Before finalizing the budget, the financial analyst chose to float a proposal for cost-cutting measures.

Inainte de a finaliza bugetul, analistul financiar a ales sa propuna o propunere pentru masuri de reducere a costurilor.

Float

SUBSTANTIV

floată, trusă

a handheld tool used to spread, level, and smooth materials like plaster, concrete, or grout during construction or finishing work

What is a "float"?

A float is a flat, hand-held tool used in construction and masonry to smooth or level surfaces like concrete or plaster. It is typically made of wood, metal, or foam and has a broad, flat surface that is used to spread, smooth, and finish the material after it has been applied. Floats are commonly used to ensure an even surface during tasks like pouring concrete floors or finishing plastered walls. They help to eliminate imperfections, making the surface smooth and ready for further work or finishing.

veziculă înotătoare, plămân de aer

an air-filled sac near the spinal column in many fishes that helps maintain buoyancy

plutitor, floater

something that floats on the surface of water

sorb, float

a drink with ice cream floating in it

număr de acțiuni disponibile, float de acțiuni

the number of shares outstanding and available for trading by the public

perioada de procesare, timp de așteptare

the time interval between the deposit of a check in a bank and its payment