hoist

(hoist)

1. To raise or haul up with or as if with the help of a mechanical apparatus. See Synonyms at lift.
2. To raise to one's mouth in order to drink: hoist a few beers.

1. An apparatus for lifting heavy or cumbersome objects.
2. The act of hoisting; a lift.
3. Nautical
   a. The height or vertical dimension of a flag or of any square sail other than a course.
   b. A group of flags raised together as a signal.

Related Forms:

• hoistˈer noun