lift

[lɪft]

lift Definition

• 1. raise to a higher position or level
• 2. a device that moves people or goods vertically, typically in a building
• 3. a free ride in someone's vehicle

Using lift: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lift" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Can you help me lift this box?

• Example

  The lift is out of order.

• Example

  Can I get a lift home?

• Example

  She gave me a lift to the airport.

lift Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lift

• elevate
• hoist
• escalator
• elevator
• ride
• boost

Antonyms for lift

• lower
• drop
• descend

Idioms Using lift

• get a lift

  to be given a ride in someone's vehicle

  Example

  I got a lift to the party with my friend.

• lift the lid on something

  to reveal or expose something that was previously hidden or secret

  Example

  The investigation lifted the lid on corruption within the company.

• take the lift

  to use an elevator to move between floors in a building

  Example

  Let's take the lift to the top floor.

Phrases with lift

• lift up

  to raise something to a higher position or level

  Example

  She lifted up her arms in victory.

• lift off

  to rise into the air and begin flight

  Example

  The rocket lifted off from the launch pad.

• lift one's spirits

  to make someone feel happier or more hopeful

  Example

  Her kind words lifted my spirits.

Origins of lift

from Old Norse 'lypta'

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Summary: lift in Brief

The term 'lift' [lɪft] can function as a verb or noun. As a verb, it means to raise something to a higher position or level. As a noun, it refers to a device that moves people or goods vertically, typically in a building, or a free ride in someone's vehicle. The phrase 'get a lift' is commonly used to refer to catching a ride with someone, while 'lift the lid on something' means to reveal or expose something that was previously hidden or secret.