1) Flotation 2) Physical phenomenon 3) The phenomenon of floating 1) Flotation 
• (n.) See Flotation.
the process of removing finely divided particles from a liquid suspension by agitating the liquid with gas bubbles thus increasing the buoyancy of the particles, and concentrating them at the surface of the liquid medium.
Floatation a method for removing ink from paper during the de-inking process by floating if off the paper.
the process by which a company lists on the market for the first time. Also referred to as an Initial Public Offering (IPO).
A process used to separate different materials based on their ability to float or sink in a liquid
Float·a'tion noun See Flotation . 
the process of removing finely divided particles from a liquid suspension by agitating the liquid with gas bubbles thus increasing the buoyancy of the particles, and concentrating them at the surface of the liquid medium.
a process of concentration whereby crushed ore is mixed with water and oil or chemicals, the minerals, like gold and silver, float while the worthless material sinks.
flotation.