Floating Definition & Meaning

floating
adjective
  1. borne up by or suspended in a liquid; "the ship is still floating"; "floating logs"; "floating seaweed"
  2. continually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another; "a drifting double-dealer"; "the floating population"; "vagrant hippies of the sixties"
  3. (of a part of the body) not firmly connected; movable or out of normal position; "floating ribs are not connected with the sternum"; "a floating kidney"
  4. not definitely committed to a party or policy; "floating voters"
noun
  1. the act of someone who floats on the water

"Floating" in song lyrics

See how floating is used in real songs:

  • "Fill drums like poison dump them off and have them floating"
    The 49ers — Breath of Fresh Air
  • "You're immersed in sound floating"
    Aesop Rock f/ Illogic — One Brick
  • "Was open, Red tassle spears floating"
    Tha Beggas — Traditional Kung Fu

Usage tips for "floating"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "floating" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for floating to find words that pair well.

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