refloat

[riːˈfləʊt]

refloat Definition

  • 1to make a sunken ship or boat float again by removing water from it
  • 2to cause something that has stopped working to start working again

Using refloat: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "refloat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The team worked hard to refloat the stranded boat.

  • Example

    The company is trying to refloat its failing business.

  • Example

    The divers were able to refloat the sunken ship.

refloat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for refloat

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Summary: refloat in Brief

The verb 'refloat' [riːˈfləʊt] means to make a sunken ship or boat float again by removing water from it or to cause something that has stopped working to start working again. Examples of its use include 'The team worked hard to refloat the stranded boat.' and 'The company is trying to refloat its failing business.'