flotation
US /floʊˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /fləʊˈteɪ.ʃən/
名詞
1.
浮力, 漂浮
the action of floating or being made to float
範例:
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The boat's excellent flotation kept it stable in rough seas.
船隻出色的浮力使其在波濤洶湧的海面上保持穩定。
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Life jackets provide essential flotation for swimmers.
救生衣為游泳者提供必要的浮力。
2.
上市, 公開發行
the process of launching a company on the stock market
範例:
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The company announced its plans for a public flotation next year.
該公司宣布了明年公開上市的計畫。
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The successful flotation brought in significant capital for expansion.
成功的上市為擴張帶來了大量資金。