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uplift

1. up.lift \(.)*p-'lift\ vt 1: to lift up : ELEVATE  2: to improve the 
   condition of esp. spiritually, socially, or intellectual ly : RISE  - 
   up.lift.er n
2. up.lift \'*p-.lift\ n often attrib  : an act, process, or result of 
   uplifting : as  : the uplifting of a part of the earth's surface  : a 
   bettering of condition esp. spiritually, emotionally, or culturally  : 
   influences intended to uplift  : a social movement to improve esp. morally 
   or culturally  : a brassiere designed to hold the breasts up