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supernatation Now rare or Obs.|ˌs(j)uːpənəˈteɪʃən|
[ad. L. supernatātio, -ōnem, n. of action f. supernatāre (see prec.).]
The action of floating on the surface.
1623Bp. Hall Contempl., O.T. xix. Elisha raising Iron, To fetch up the Iron which was heavy, and naturally vncapable of supernatation. 1626Bacon Sylva §790 margin, Experiment Solitary touching the Super-Natation of Bodies. 1646Sir T. Browne Pseud. Ep. ii. i. 52 They are differenced by supernatation or floating upon water, for Chrystall will sinke in water..but Ice will swim. 1668Wilkins Real Char., Dict. Supernatation, upon-swimming. |