floated
verb (past tense of float)UK /ˈfləʊtɪd/
US /ˈfloʊtɪd/
Stayed on top of water without sinking.
The little paper boat floated down the stream.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Moved slowly and lightly through the air.
A leaf floated gently to the ground.
3. Suggested an idea for people to consider.
She floated the idea of a class picnic.
4. Started selling shares in a company to the public.
The company floated on the stock market last year.
5. Moved without a fixed direction or purpose.
He floated from one job to another.