hover

//ˈhʌvər//
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Visual representation of hover

Verb

hoverInfinitive
hoverPresent tense
hoveredPast tense
hoveredPast participle
hoveringPresent participle
hoversThird-person singular
1

To remain in one place in the air, typically by rapidly moving wings or rotors.

The helicopter hovered above the building.

2

To wait or linger near a place or person, often uncertainly or hesitantly.

He hovered near the door, unsure whether to enter.

3

To remain at or near a particular level or value without significant change.

Inflation has been hovering around 3% for the past six months.

4

To move the cursor over a screen element without clicking, often to display additional information.

Hover over the icon to see more details.

Noun

1

An act of hovering; a state of remaining suspended in the air.

The helicopter maintained a steady hover above the landing zone.