flotation — 英語辞典

名詞

1. A state of floating, or being afloat.

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

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

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

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   同義語

   initial public offering

   例文

   This week's SpaceX flotation is just the latest sign: we are facing regime change not just in technology, but in finance.

名詞

1. the phenomenon of floating (remaining on the surface of a liquid without sinking)

   同義語

   floatation

   上位語

   physical phenomenon

2. financing a commercial enterprise by bond or stock shares

   同義語

   floatation

   上位語

   finance