hoist

Universal Words verb, noun verb [VN] [usually +adv./prep.] to raise or pull sth up to a higher position, often using ropes or special equipment: He hoisted himself onto a high stool. * The cargo was hoisted aboard by crane. * to hoist a flag / sail IDIOMS be hoist / hoisted by / with your own petard (BrE) to be hurt or to have problems as a result of your own plans to hurt or trick others noun a piece of equipment used for lifting heavy things, or for lifting people who cannot stand or walk