floater Synonyms
Another word for floater
• noun (Context 1)
A small, semi-transparent speck or threadlike shadow that appears to drift across a person's field of vision, caused by microscopic fibers clumping in the vitreous humor of the eye.
"The optometrist assured him that seeing an occasional muscae volitantes in bright sunlight is a harmless part of aging."
• noun (Context 2)
An employee who is not assigned to a single fixed department or role, but moves between different tasks or workstations as needed.
"Because three receptionists were out sick, the office manager called in a relief worker to cover the front desk."
• noun (Context 3)
In basketball and other sports, a high-arcing shot or ball released early by a smaller player to float softly over the outstretched arms of taller defenders.
"The point guard drove into the lane and lofted a high teardrop over the center's outstretched hand."
• noun (Context 4)
A person or object that floats in water or air, or a drifter without a fixed residence or occupation.
"The novel follows a restless drifter who moves from one coastal town to another in search of seasonal work."
• noun (Context 5)
An insurance policy that covers movable personal property, such as jewelry or fine art, regardless of its location at the time of loss or damage.
"They added a personal articles rider to their homeowner's policy to insure the antique violin while traveling."