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hoistMain Entry: 1hoist Pronunciation: \ˈhȯist, chiefly dialect ˈhīst\ Function: verb Etymology: alteration of hoise Date: 15th century transitive verb 1 : lift, raise; especially : to raise into position by or as if by means of tackle synonyms see lift — hoist·er noun
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