floatation

American  

[floh-tey-shuhn] / floʊˈteɪ ʃən /

noun

1. a less common variant of flotation.

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floatation British  

/ fləʊˈteɪʃən /

noun

1. a variant spelling of flotation

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Etymology

Origin of floatation

First recorded in 1800–10

Example Sentences

Those who survived then spent hours bobbing in life jackets or clinging to other floatation devices while awaiting rescue, the 53-year-old lawyer said.

From Barron's

Due to the weight of a battery and motor, the researchers may need to attach a floatation device to the robot to keep it from sinking, Jung said.

From Science Daily

They tied empty fuel containers to the sides of the boat to use as floatation devices in case they capsized.

From Reuters

Researchers have found that floatation therapy can be used to reduce stress, depression, anxiety, sleep quality and injuries.

From Los Angeles Times

The facility has nap rooms, floatation pods, an outdoor grilling area, a heated indoor pool, an area that provides players with three meals a day, a game room and so much more.

From Seattle Times