| Front | hoist |
|---|---|
| Back | hoist verb, noun BrE /hɔɪst/ NAmE /hɔɪst/ verb verb forms word origin example bank ~ sth (+ adv./prep.) to raise or pull sth up to a higher position, often using ropes or special equipment He hoisted himself onto a high stool. The cargo was hoisted aboard by crane. to hoist a flag/sail be hoist/hoisted by/with your own peˈtard to be hurt or to have problems as a result of your own plans to hurt or trick others noun word origin a piece of equipment used for lifting heavy things, or for lifting people who cannot stand or walk |
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