lift
Translation
to lift, to raise, to remove (a restriction)
Examples
Can you lift this heavy box?
Can you lift this heavy box?
The news lifted his spirits.
The news lifted his spirits.
The government lifted the ban.
The government lifted the ban.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to move (sth.) to a higher position He lifted the suitcase.
((a ban / restrictions)) to end a rule or law The government will lift the travel ban.
Similar Words
Synonyms: raise, elevate, hoist; Antonyms: lower, drop
Etymology
From Old Norse 'lypta', meaning 'to raise into the air'.
Memory Tips
Think of an elevator (called a 'lift' in the UK) lifting you to a higher floor.