1. to raise or move something to a higher position
2. to pick up and carry
3. to remove or end a restriction or ban

1. a ride in a vehicle, especially when given to someone without a car
Usage: British
2. a device that carries people or things to different floors of a building
Usage: British
3. an improvement in mood or confidence

Examples

• Please lift the heavy box onto the shelf.
• The crane can lift several tons of steel.
• The government decided to lift the trade embargo.
• Her encouraging words really lifted my spirits.
• Can you give me a lift to the airport?
• Take the lift to the third floor.
• The good news gave everyone a real lift.