What does LIFTS mean?

Word: Lifts 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions

• Noun: Devices or systems used to raise or lower people or things vertically between floors or levels.
• Verb: Raises or moves something or someone to a higher position or level.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /lɪfts/
• UK: /lɪfts/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "lifts" originated from the Old Norse word "lypta" which means "to raise". It is commonly used in English to refer to devices or systems that raise or lower people or things vertically between floors or levels. It is also used as a verb to describe the act of raising or moving something or someone to a higher position or level.

5. Synonyms

• Hoists
• Elevators
• Raises
• Uplifts

6. Related Words

• Hoist
• Crane
• Winch
• Jacks
• Heave

7. Example Sentences

• The lifts in the building are out of order, so they have to take the stairs.
• He lifts weights every day to build muscle.
• The crane lifts the heavy objects from the ship to the dock.
• She lifts her head to see the beautiful view from the mountaintop.