Definition of Lift
Lift
Lift


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(verb)
To raise or move something upward or to a higher position.

e.g. She used the elevator to lift the heavy box to the top floor.

(verb)
to remove or rescind;

e.g. They want to lift the ban on recreational marijuana in the state.

(verb)
to steal;

e.g. Someone lifted my small bag on the train when I wasn't looking.

(noun)
the act of lifting or raising upwards;

e.g. The slight lift of her eyebrow indicated that she was skeptical.

(noun)
a ride in a vehicle, especially given free of charge;

e.g. My friend gave me a lift in her car and dropped me off to work.

(noun)
an improved mood or condition, with more cheerfulness;

e.g. My family's surprise visit this weekend gave me a lift.



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