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afloat

/əˈflɒt/ adverb · British & US
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What does afloat mean?

adverb

Floating or being in a state of floating; not sinking or grounded. Used to describe something that is moving or floating on a liquid, such as water or air.

Example

"The boat was afloat on the calm lake, its reflection rippling in the sunlight."

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