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Buoyancy Definition & Meaning

buoyancy
noun
  1. cheerfulness that bubbles to the surface
  2. the property of something weightless and insubstantial
  3. the tendency to float in water or other liquid
  4. irrepressible liveliness and good spirit; "I admired his buoyancy and persistent good humor"

"Buoyancy" in song lyrics

See how buoyancy is used in real songs:

  • "Y'all can't stay afloat, we got natural buoyancy"
    The Reverend William Burk — Royalty
  • "submarine center of buoyancy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "what is buoyancy"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "buoyancy"

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Frequently asked questions

What does buoyancy mean?
cheerfulness that bubbles to the surface the property of something weightless and insubstantial the tendency to float in water or other liquid irrepressible liveliness and good spirit; "I admired his buoyancy and persistent good humor"
What part of speech is buoyancy?
Buoyancy is a noun.
How many definitions does buoyancy have?
Buoyancy has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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