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to float
01
漂浮, 浮动
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.
当纸船被放漂的时候，它开始懒懒地漂浮在宁静的池塘上。
The colorful leaves detached from the trees and began to float gently down the river.
五彩斑斓的叶子从树上脱落，开始缓缓地在河面上漂浮。
02
漂浮, 浮动
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.
03
漂浮, 浮动
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.
04
让货币浮动, 使货币自由浮动
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.
05
浮平, 抹平
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.
06
飘动, 漂浮
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.
07
传播, 流传
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.
08
提出, 建议
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.
在团队会议上，她决定提出一个灵活工作时间表的想法。
Before finalizing the budget, the financial analyst chose to float a proposal for cost-cutting measures.
在最终确定预算之前，财务分析师选择提出一个削减成本措施的提案。
Float
01
抹子, 平板刀
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.
02
鳔, 浮囊
an air-filled sac near the spinal column in many fishes that helps maintain buoyancy
03
浮子, 漂浮物
something that floats on the surface of water
04
漂浮饮料, 漂浮冰淇淋饮料
a drink with ice cream floating in it
05
流通股, 浮动股份
the number of shares outstanding and available for trading by the public
06
浮动时间, 结算间隔
the time interval between the deposit of a check in a bank and its payment
