flotation

B1
Pronunciation
/fləʊˈteɪʃən/
/floʊˈteɪʃən/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

A state of floating, or being afloat.

2 Definition

The ability (as of a tire or snowshoes) to stay on the surface of soft ground or snow.

3 Definition

(chemical engineering) A process of separating minerals by agitating a mixture with water and detergents etc; selected substances being carried to the surface in air bubbles.

4 Definition

The launching onto the market of a tranch of stocks or shares, usually a new issue.