Flotation

Pronunciation

• US IPA: /floʊ̯ˈteɪ̯ʃən/, floʊ̯ˈtÊ°eɪ̯ʃɪ̈n

Alternative forms

• floatation

Full definition of flotation

Noun

1. A state of floating, or being afloat.
2. (mining) A process of separating minerals by agitating a mixture with water and detergents etc; selected substances being carried to the surface in air bubbles.
3. (British, finance) The launching onto the market of a tranch of stocks or shares, usually a new issue.

Derived terms

• personal flotation device