Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Hoisting.
Hoisting - as a noun
Lifting device for raising heavy or cumbersome objects
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lifting deviceHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Hoisting - as a verb
Raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help
Example: "Hoist the bicycle onto the roof of the car"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
liftwindHypernyms (Closely Related)
bring upelevateget upliftraiseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Move from one place to another by lifting
Example: "They hoisted the patient onto the operating table"
Raise by using ropes and pulleys
Example: "Hoist the flags"
Example Sentences
"The hoisting of the flag signaled the start of the ceremony."
"The workers were responsible for the hoisting of heavy equipment."
"The hoisting of the sail allowed the boat to catch the wind and move forward."
"The crane operator carefully controlled the hoisting of the construction materials."
"The hoisting of the car onto the tow truck was done quickly and efficiently."
Word Game Points
Is HOISTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hoisting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HOISTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is HOISTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hoisting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHOISTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is HOISTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hoisting is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHOISTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.