hoist

US /hɔɪst/

UK /hɔɪst/

1.

raise (something) by means of ropes and pulleys.

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The sailors began to hoist the sails.

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They used a crane to hoist the heavy machinery.

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raise lift elevate haul up pull up

1.

a device used for lifting things.

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The mechanic used a hydraulic hoist to lift the car.

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The stage crew prepared the hoist for the scenery change.

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crane winch pulley lift