C2verbwork
US/hɔɪst/
UK/hɔɪst/
to lift something heavy, often using ropes or a machine
In context
The workers hoisted the steel beams to the top of the building.
Every Monday morning, students hoist the national flag in the schoolyard.
He hoisted his little son onto his shoulders so he could see the parade.
Words that go with hoist
verb + noun
- hoist the flagSoldiers hoisted the flag over the city.
- hoist the sailsThe crew hoisted the sails and left the harbour.
verb + adverb
- hoist upThe injured climber was hoisted up by a helicopter.
- hoist aboardThe fishermen hoisted the net aboard.
verb + preposition
- hoist ontoThey hoisted the piano onto the truck.