1. to lift or pull something up, especially using ropes or mechanical equipment

1. a device or apparatus used for lifting heavy objects
2. the act of lifting or raising something

Examples

• The workers used a crane to hoist the steel beam into place.
• They hoisted the flag to the top of the pole.
• The sailors hoisted the sails as the wind picked up.
• The mechanic used a hoist to lift the car engine.
• We need a hoist to move these heavy boxes to the upper floor.
• The construction crew hoisted materials to the third floor.
• The ship’s hoist broke down during the cargo loading.