Zoeken
to lift
01
tillen, opheffen
to move a thing from a lower position or level to a higher one
Transitive: to lift sth
Example
Every morning, she lifts weights at the gym for strength training.
The construction worker lifts heavy bricks onto the scaffold.
02
optillen, heffen
to grasp or hold onto something and move it to a different place
Example
He lifted the suitcase off the ground and placed it in the trunk of the car.
I lifted the painting from the floor and hung it on the wall.
Example
The balloon began to lift as the helium filled it.
The sun slowly lifted above the horizon, signaling the start of a new day.
04
verhogen, optillen
to raise the intensity or volume of one's voice, often to be heard more clearly or to convey emphasis or emotion
Transitive: to lift one's voice
Example
He lifted his voice above the crowd to address the gathering at the rally.
As the argument escalated, she lifted her voice in frustration, hoping to make her point understood.
05
opheffen, verheffen
to direct one's gaze or move one's face upward to observe or focus on a particular person or object
Transitive: to lift one's gaze or face
Example
She lifted her eyes to the sky, marveling at the vibrant colors of the sunset.
Upon hearing the sound of the approaching airplane, the child lifted his face to watch it fly overhead.
06
opbeuren, verheffen
to improve someone's mood, morale, or confidence, often by providing encouragement, support, or positive reinforcement
Transitive: to lift a person's mood or confidence
Example
The heartfelt compliments from her friends lifted her spirits after a challenging day.
The surprise visit from his family lifted his spirits during his hospital stay.
07
verhogen, opheffen
to raise someone or something to a higher rank, status, or condition
Transitive: to lift sb/sth
Example
The scholarship helped lift many students from disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue higher education.
His recent achievements lifted his standing within the organization, earning him respect and recognition.
Example
The pickpocket managed to lift the tourist's wallet without being noticed in the crowded market.
Thieves lifted several valuable paintings from the museum during the chaotic event.
09
lift, verstevigen
to perform a surgical procedure aimed at tightening and rejuvenating specific areas of the body
Transitive: to lift the skin of one's face
Example
The plastic surgeon recommended a facelift procedure to lift and tighten the skin on her face and neck.
The plastic surgeon lifted her cheeks to restore firmness and eliminate sagging caused by aging.
10
optakken, verzamelen
to collect or extract a fingerprint from a surface for further examination or identification
Transitive: to lift a fingerprint
Example
The forensic investigator carefully lifted the fingerprints from the doorknob using a specialized tape.
The expert lifted a clear fingerprint from the weapon, which provided a crucial lead in the investigation.
11
opheffen, verheffen
to remove or end a ban, restriction, or prohibition that was previously imposed
Transitive: to lift a restriction
Example
The government decided to lift the travel ban imposed on certain countries due to improved diplomatic relations.
After months of negotiations, the trade partners agreed to lift the tariffs on imported goods.
12
optillen, verrijzen
(of atmospheric elements such as clouds or fog) to move in an upward or away direction
Intransitive
Example
As the sun broke through the morning mist, the fog began to lift, revealing the landscape beneath.
With the strengthening wind, the dense clouds started to lift, allowing patches of blue sky to emerge.
13
verplaatsen, omleiden
to redirect the hounds to a new target or trail in hunting
Transitive: to lift hounds
Example
The experienced hunter decided to lift the hounds from the rabbit's scent and move them to a fresh fox trail.
After losing the scent of the deer, the tracker made the decision to lift the dogs and lead them to a nearby game trail.
14
opgraven, afhalen
to dig up plants or root vegetables from the soil
Transitive: to lift plants or vegetables
Example
The farmers lifted the potatoes before the first frost arrived.
She carefully lifted the carrots from the garden, taking care not to damage the tender roots.
15
vervoeren, optillen
to transport people, goods, or cargo by air, typically in an aircraft
Transitive: to lift sb/sth somewhere
Example
The helicopter lifted the rescue team to the remote mountain peak to search for stranded hikers.
The airline company lifted passengers from New York to Paris on a daily basis.
16
plagiaat plegen, afkijken
to take someone else's work, ideas, or passages and use them as one's own without proper acknowledgment or permission
Transitive: to lift someone else's work or ideas
Example
The author 's reputation suffered when it was discovered that he had lifted significant portions of his novel from another writer's book.
The journalist faced backlash after it was revealed that he had lifted quotes from a competitor's interview.
17
aflossen, vereffenen
to fulfill or settle an obligation or mortgage by making a payment
Transitive: to lift an obligation or mortgage
Example
He finally lifted his student loan debt by making regular payments over several years.
They were able to lift the mortgage on their house by selling it at a good price.
01
lift, gebouwlift
a box-like device that goes up and down and is used to get to the different floors of a building
Example
She pressed the button and waited for the lift to arrive.
They took the lift to the 10th floor for their meeting.
02
steun, hulp
the act of giving temporary assistance
03
optillen, verhoging
the act of raising something
04
facelift, huidlifting
plastic surgery to remove wrinkles and other signs of aging from your face; an incision is made near the hair line and skin is pulled back and excess tissue is excised
05
rit, lift
a ride in a vehicle that takes someone from one place to another
What is a "lift"?
A lift is when someone gives another person a ride in their vehicle, taking them from one place to another. It is usually a favor or a way to help someone who needs transportation but does not have their own vehicle or is unable to drive. A lift can be offered for a short distance or a longer trip, and the person giving the ride is not typically paid for it. It is a common way for friends, family, or coworkers to help each other out.
Example
She gave me a lift to the train station this morning.
We caught a lift with our friend to the concert.
06
lifter, opstap
transportation of people or goods by air (especially when other means of access are unavailable)
07
onderlaag, hielplaat
one of the layers forming the heel of a shoe or boot
08
lift, inlegzool
a device worn in a shoe or boot to make the wearer look taller or to correct a shortened leg
09
lift, oplifting
the event of something being raised upward
10
golf, heffing
a wave that lifts the surface of the water or ground
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