Definition of Hoist
Hoist
hoist
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to lift or raise something up vertically, generally using rope or pulleys;
e.g. The had to use a crane to hoist the boxes onto the tanker boat.
(noun)
the act of lifting or raising;
e.g. Can you give me a hoist over the fence so I can get across?
(verb)
to drink;
e.g. The plan was to go the pub and hoist a few beers and sing some karaoke.
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