Homonym: Float (Buoyancy)
Float refers to the ability of an object to remain on the surface of a liquid without sinking. This phenomenon occurs due to the balance between the object's weight and the upward buoyant force exerted by the liquid. Factors such as the object's density and the density of the liquid determine whether an object will float or sink.
In the context of finance, float can also refer to the amount of money that is temporarily held in accounts during the process of clearing checks or transactions. This float represents funds that are not yet available for use, as they are in transit between banks or financial institutions.