• raise (something) by means of ropes and pulleys

Synonyms: raise, raise up, lift, lift up, haul up, heave up, jack up, hike up, winch up, pull up, upraise, uplift, elevate, erect

• an act of raising or lifting something

Synonyms: push, hoist, heave, thrust, shove, uplift, a helping hand

• the part of a flag nearest the staff

• a group of flags raised as a signal