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hoist
verb(hoist)
raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help
Synonyms: lift, wind,
Examples:
Hoist the bicycle onto the roof of the car.
hoist
verb(hoist)
raise
Synonyms: run up,
Examples:
Hoist the flags.
Hoist a sail.
hoist
noun(hoist)
lifting device for raising heavy or cumbersome objects
hoist
verb(hoist)
move from one place to another by lifting
Examples:
They hoisted the patient onto the operating table.

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