Definition

To stay in one place in the air without moving up or down, or to be in a state of uncertainty.

Example

The drone hovered above the field, capturing images from the sky.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever seen a bird hover like that?

Yeah, it’s amazing how they just stay in one spot!

I wonder how they manage to hover without flapping too much.

It's all about their wings and air currents, I guess.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The action of staying in one place in the air without moving up or down, often used to describe how certain objects, like helicopters, can remain suspended in the air.

Example

The drone was in a hover above the park, capturing images from above.

Conversation

Did you see that drone hover over the park yesterday?

Yeah, it was so cool how it just stayed in one place!

I wonder how they make it hover like that without moving.

Root Explanation

Hover → The word 'hover' originates from Middle English 'hoveren', which is derived from the Old French 'houver', meaning to hang or to remain suspended. It describes the action of remaining in one place in the air.

Memory Tip

Imagine something that 'hangs' or 'remains suspended' in the air — that's what it means to hover.

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