lift
lift
lɪft
lift
British pronunciation
/lɪft/

Definition & Meaning of "lift"in English

to lift
01

to move a thing from a lower position or level to a higher one

Transitive: to lift sth
to lift definition and meaning
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Every morning, she lifts weights at the gym for strength training.
The construction worker lifts heavy bricks onto the scaffold.
02

to grasp or hold onto something and move it to a different place

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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.
03

to move upward from a lower position or surface

Intransitive
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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

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
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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

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
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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

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
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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

to raise someone or something to a higher rank, status, or condition

Transitive: to lift sb/sth
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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.
08

to steal or take away possessions that belong to others without permission

Transitive: to lift someone's possessions
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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

to perform a surgical procedure aimed at tightening and rejuvenating specific areas of the body

Transitive: to lift the skin of one's face
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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

to collect or extract a fingerprint from a surface for further examination or identification

Transitive: to lift a fingerprint
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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

to remove or end a ban, restriction, or prohibition that was previously imposed

Transitive: to lift a restriction
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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

(of atmospheric elements such as clouds or fog) to move in an upward or away direction

Intransitive
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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

to redirect the hounds to a new target or trail in hunting

Transitive: to lift hounds
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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

to dig up plants or root vegetables from the soil

Transitive: to lift plants or vegetables
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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

to transport people, goods, or cargo by air, typically in an aircraft

Transitive: to lift sb/sth somewhere
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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

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
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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

to fulfill or settle an obligation or mortgage by making a payment

Transitive: to lift an obligation or mortgage
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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.
Lift
01

a box-like device that goes up and down and is used to get to the different floors of a building

Dialectbritish flagBritish
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lift definition and meaning
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She pressed the button and waited for the lift to arrive.
They took the lift to the 10th floor for their meeting.
02

the act of giving temporary assistance

03

the act of raising something

04

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

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.

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She gave me a lift to the train station this morning.
We caught a lift with our friend to the concert.
06

transportation of people or goods by air (especially when other means of access are unavailable)

07

one of the layers forming the heel of a shoe or boot

08

a device worn in a shoe or boot to make the wearer look taller or to correct a shortened leg

09

the event of something being raised upward

10

a wave that lifts the surface of the water or ground

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