CEFR B1

lifting

noun

Meaning

The action of raising something or someone to a higher position.

Examples

The careful lifting of the ancient artifact required specialized equipment.
She found that regular weight lifting helped her build strength and muscle.

Synonyms: raising, hoisting, elevating, heaving

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lifting (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈlɪftɪŋ/

Definition

The action of raising something or someone to a higher position.

Examples

The careful lifting of the ancient artifact required specialized equipment.
She found that regular weight lifting helped her build strength and muscle.
A sudden gust of wind caused the lifting of the tent's corner, nearly dislodging it.

How to Use lifting

lifting of [something] (prepositional phrase): The act of raising or removing something. — "The lifting of the fog revealed a clear sky."
manual lifting (collocation): Lifting done by hand, without machines. — "Workers are trained in safe manual lifting techniques to prevent injury."

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