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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

buoyancy

/ˈbuɪ.ənsi/ noun · British & US
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What does buoyancy mean?

noun

The quality of being able to float or rise in a fluid, or the upward force exerted by a fluid that opposes the weight of an immersed object. The ability of a person or thing to move or act with ease and confidence.

Example

"The child's buoyancy in the water made it easy for her to swim."

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