hover

/ˈhɒ.və(ɹ)/ · noun

Meaning

The act of hovering
To float in the air.
To linger or hang in one place, especially in an uncertain manner.
To waver, or be uncertain.
To place the cursor over a hyperlink or icon without clicking.
A cover; a shelter; a protection.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

levitate(English)loom(English)bulk large(English)linger(English)vacillate(English)brood(English)flying(English)move(English)gleaning(English)midair(English)hovering(English)hummingbird(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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