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   lift

   /lɪft/

   verb

   • 1. raise to a higher position or level: "he lifted his trophy over his head" Similar raisehoistheavehaul upupliftheftboostraise up/aloftupraiseelevatethrusthold highbear aloftpick upgrabtake upscoop upgather upsnatch upwinch upjack uplever upcarrymanhandleinformal:humprare:upheaveimproveboostenhancemake betterinvigoraterevitalizeupgradeameliorateOpposite dropput downworsenimpair
   • ▪ move (one's eyes or face) to face upwards and look at someone or something: "he lifted his eyes for an instant"
   • ▪ move upwards; be raised: "Thomas's eyelids drowsily lifted"
   • ▪ (of a cloud, fog, etc.) move upwards or away: "the factory smoke hung low, never lifted" Similar clearrisedispersedissipatedisappearvanishdissolvebe dispelledthin outscatterOpposite appear
   • ▪ increase the volume of (one's voice): "she lifted her voice in a great shout" Similar amplifyraisemake louderloudenincreaseOpposite softenquieten
   • ▪ increase (a price or amount): "the building society lifted its interest rates by 0.75 of a point"
   • ▪ hit or kick (a ball) high into the air.
   • ▪ improve the rank or position of (a person or team): "this victory lifted United into third place"
   • ▪ perform cosmetic surgery on (part of the body) to reduce sagging: "surgeons lift and remove excess skin from the face and neck"
   • ▪ dig up (plants or root vegetables): "the end of September is the time to lift and store carrots" Similar dig uppickpull updig out of the groundroot outunearthtake upOpposite plantsow
   • 2. pick up and move to a different position: "he lifted her down from the pony's back"
   • ▪ transport by air: "a helicopter lifted 11 crew to safety from the ship" Similar airlifttransport by airtransportmovetransferflyconveyshift
   • ▪ enable (someone or something) to escape from an unpleasant situation: "the best way to lift nations out of poverty is through trade" Similar improveboostenhancemake betterinvigoraterevitalizeupgradeameliorateOpposite worsenimpair
   • 3. raise (a person's spirits or confidence): "we heard inspiring talks which lifted our spirits" Similar boostraisebuoy upelevategive a lift tocheer upperk upenlivenupliftbrighten uplightenginger upgladdenencouragestimulatearousereviverestoreinformal:buck upjazz upOpposite subdue
   • ▪ (of a person's mood) become happier: "suddenly his heart lifted and he could have wept with relief"
   • 4. formally remove or end (a legal restriction, decision, or ban): "the European Community lifted its oil embargo against South Africa" Similar cancelraiseremovewithdrawrevokerescindannulvoiddiscontinuecountermandrelaxendstopterminateOpposite establishimpose
   • 5. carry off or win (a prize or event): "she staged a magnificent comeback to lift the British Open title"
   • ▪ use (a person's work or ideas) without permission or acknowledgement: "this is a hackneyed adventure lifted straight from a vintage Lassie episode" Similar plagiarizepiratecopyreproducepoachstealborrowinformal:cribrip offpinchnick
   • ▪ steal (something): informal "he had been caught lifting a coat from a department store" Similar stealthieverobpilferpurloinpocketsnatchtakeappropriateabstracthelp oneself toinformal:swipenabfilchsnaffleblagwalk off withliberaterip something offpinchnickhalf-inchwhipknock offtrouserglomtief
   • ▪ arrest (someone): informal "that night the army came and lifted Buckley"

   noun

   • 1. a platform or compartment housed in a shaft for raising and lowering people or things to different levels. British "Alice went up to the second floor in the lift" Similar elevatorhoistpaternoster (lift)dumb waiter
   • ▪ a device incorporating a moving cable for carrying people up or down a mountain: "we zigzagged across the mountain from one lift to the next"
   • ▪ a built-up heel or device worn in a boot or shoe to make the wearer appear taller or to correct shortening of a leg.
   • 2. an act of lifting: "weightlifters attempting a particularly heavy lift" Similar pushhoistheavethrustshoveuplifta helping hand
   • ▪ upward force exerted by the air on an aerofoil or other structure, counteracting gravity: "separate engines provide lift and generate forward speed"
   • ▪ the maximum weight that an aircraft can raise: "the Puma tactical transport helicopter has a total lift of up to 5,500 lb"
   • ▪ the tendency of a ball bowled to rise sharply on bouncing.
   • ▪ a rise in price, level, or amount: "the company has already produced a 10 per cent lift in profits"
   • ▪ an instance of stealing or plagiarizing something: informal "in a speech he adopted the President's familiar hand motions—it was a lift"
   • 3. a free ride in another person's vehicle: "Miss Green is giving me a lift to school" Similar car rideriderundrivetransportationjourneyinformal:hitch
   • 4. a feeling of confidence or cheerfulness: "winning this match has given everyone a lift" Similar boostfillippick-me-upstimulusimpetusencouragementspurreassuranceaidhelppushimprovementenhancementupgradingameliorationinformal:shot in the armOpposite discouragement

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old Norse lypta, of Germanic origin; related to loft.

   Derivatives

   • 1. liftable adjective
   • 2. lifter noun

   Scrabble Points: 7

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2. www.simscale.com › docs › simwikiWhat is Lift, Drag and Pitch in Aerodynamics? - SimScale

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   Sep 1, 2023 · Lift is the component of the total force vector \(\vec F\) that works through the center of pressure of an object and is perpendicular to the incoming flow. For a zero angle of attack, it acts opposite to the weight (see Figure 1). Lift is a mechanical force that is produced by the movement of an object through the air.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › sentences › liftExamples of 'Lift' in a Sentence - Merriam-Webster

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   May 3, 2024 · 1 of 2 verb. Definition of lift. Synonyms for lift. She lifted her hands to the sky. He lifted his pen from the paper. He lifted his foot from the gas pedal. The paramedics lifted the stretcher into the ambulance. The story lifted him to national recognition.

4. aerotoolbox.com › lift-weight-thrust-drag-explaninedFundamental Aerodynamics: Lift, Weight, Thrust and Drag Explained

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   May 1, 2024 · Lift is the force that holds an aircraft in the air, countering the effect of weight (gravitational force). It is primarily generated by the motion of the air flowing around the wing. The curvature of the wing produces a differential pressure between the upper and lower surface resulting in a lifting force being generated.

5. www.ttilift.com › what-is-an-elevatorWhat is an elevator? Functions, Types, and Origins - TTI Group

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   Jan 10, 2024 · An elevator, additionally called a lift, is a vertical transportation device used to move people or items among distinctive floors of a building. Elevators are equipped with a vehicle or platform that travels alongside vertical tracks, taking into account green and convenient movement inside a structure.

6. www.adlliftservices.com › understanding-the-key-componentsUnderstanding the Key Components of a Lift - ADL Lift Services

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   Sep 13, 2023 · Discover the essential components of lifts and why partnering with ADL Lift Services can help keep your lift running smoothly and efficiently.

7. forkify.com › guides › what-is-a-forkliftWhat Is A Forklift? Definition, Types, Uses And Safety

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   Aug 23, 2023 · A forklift, also known as an industrial truck, lift truck, or fork truck, is a powered industrial vehicle designed to lift, move, and stack materials over short distances. It is equipped with two metal prongs (forks) at the front, which can slide under heavy loads for lifting and transporting.

8. powerliftingtechnique.com › what-is-powerliftingWhat Is Powerlifting? (Definitive Guide)

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   Jan 18, 2024 · The Basics. Powerlifting is an individual sport where the goal is to lift the most amount of weight possible in the squat, bench press, and deadlift in a specific weight and age category. Athletes have three attempts to reach their maximum capacity and must follow strict technique rules so that everyone is compared equally.

9. www.equipmentandcontracting.com › complete-rigging-guide-forComplete Rigging Guide for Dummies - Equipment & Contracting

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   Jan 8, 2024 · Lift point: The lift point is the specific location on the load where the rigging equipment attaches. It’s critical for balance and control of the load during lifting operations. The lift point must be structurally sound to handle the forces exerted during the lift.

10. www1.grc.nasa.gov › beginners-guide-to-aeronauticsAerodynamic Forces | Glenn Research Center | NASA

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    Aug 8, 2023 · The component of the net force perpendicular (or normal) to the flow direction is called the lift; the component of the net force along the flow direction is called the drag. These are definitions. In reality, there is a single, net, integrated force caused by the pressure variations along a body.

11. liftvault.com › programs › powerbuildingWhat is Powerbuilding? Definition - Lift Vault

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    Feb 11, 2024 · What Is Powerbuilding? Powerbuilding is a combination of two training methods: powerlifting and bodybuilding. It blends the raw strength-building potential of powerlifting with the quest for visual enhancement that characterizes bodybuilding.