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hoist

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  1. lift                  
 
1. hoist \'ho.ist, chiefly dial 'hi-st\ vb [alter. of E dial hoise (to 
   hoist)] : to raise into position by or as if by means of tackle  : to 
   become hoisted : RISE  - hoist.er n