raise to a higher position or level

he lifted his trophy over his head

pick up and move to a different position

he lifted her down from the pony's back

raise (a person's spirits or confidence)

we heard inspiring talks which lifted our spirits

formally remove or end (a legal restriction, decision, or ban)

the European Community lifted its oil embargo against South Africa

carry off or win (a prize or event)

she staged a magnificent comeback to lift the British Open title

a platform or compartment housed in a shaft for raising and lowering people or things to different levels

Alice went up to the second floor in the lift

the lift door opened

an act of lifting

weightlifters attempting a particularly heavy lift

a free ride in another person's vehicle

Miss Green is giving me a lift to school

a feeling of confidence or cheerfulness

winning this match has given everyone a lift