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hoist
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- pronunciation:
- hoIst
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
hoists, hoisting, hoisted |
| definition: |
to lift or haul up using a mechanical device.
He hoisted the flag to the top of the pole.- synonyms:
- boost, elevate, jack, lift, raise
- similar words:
- heave, hike, rear
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| related words: |
boost, elevate, lift, pick up, pull |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
ropes and pulleys, or an elevator, used for lifting heavy or large loads.
We used a hoist to lift the bathtub to the second floor.- synonyms:
- elevator, jack, lift, tackle
- similar words:
- crane, winch
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| related words: |
pull, tackle |
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| derivation: |
hoister (n.) |
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