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hoist
/hɔɪst/
verb
podnosić
Also
wciągać
Definition
To raise or lift something heavy, often using ropes or machinery.
Examples
They used a crane to hoist the heavy beams into place.
Użyli dźwigu, aby podnieść ciężkie belki na miejsce.
The sailors hoisted the flag to the top of the mast.
Marynarze wciągnęli flagę na szczyt masztu.
Collocations
hoist a flaghoist a sailhoist a load
noun
wyciąg
Also
podnośnik(m)
Definition
An act of hoisting or a device used for lifting heavy objects.
Examples
The mechanic used a hydraulic hoist to lift the car.
Mechanik użył podnośnika hydraulicznego, aby podnieść samochód.
The ski resort has several modern hoists for skiers.
Ośrodek narciarski ma kilka nowoczesnych wyciągów dla narciarzy.
Collocations
hydraulic hoistchain hoistelectric hoist
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