lift etymology

Etymology:

Lift derives from the Middle English word "lyften," which is itself derived from the Old English verb "lyftan," meaning "to raise" or "to carry."

Meaning and Origin:

1. Verb:

• To raise or elevate something from a lower to a higher position: "I lifted the heavy box onto the table."
• To carry or transport something from one place to another: "Let's lift these boxes into the car."
• To assist or help someone in a difficult situation: "She lifted me up with her kind words."

2. Noun:

• An elevator or other device used to transport people or goods between different levels: "We took the lift to the 10th floor."
• A device used to raise or support something, such as a lever or a jack: "The car lift made it easy to change the tire."
• A period of time or distance during which something is lifted: "The lift lasted for about a minute."

Origin:

The ultimate origin of the word "lift" is believed to be the Proto-Indo-European root "*leip-," which also gave rise to words for "light" and "leaf." This root is thought to be related to the concept of "lifting" something from the ground or supporting it from above.

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