Laxi Dictionary

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Definition buoy in American English

buoy verb

[transitive]verb
/bɔɪ/
1

to keep something floating on water

Synonyms and related words
floatridebe suspended in something
2

to help a company, market, or economy to be more successful

Example

The stock market was buoyed by comments from the Federal Reserve chairman.

Synonyms and related words
fosterget pastpromote
2.1

to encourage someone and make them feel more confident

Example

He has been buoyed up by the news.

Synonyms and related words
pleaseexcitehearten
Definition buoy in American English