"floatmaker" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: floatmakers [plural]
Etymology: float + maker Etymology templates: {{compound|en|float|maker}} float + maker Head templates: {{en-noun}} floatmaker (plural floatmakers)
  1. A builder of floats (decorated trailers or vehicles for display in a parade or pageant).
    Sense id: en-floatmaker-en-noun-1A1xszPg Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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