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  2. HOIST definition: 1. to lift something heavy, sometimes using ropes or a machine: 2. to raise a flag to the top of a…. Learn more.

  3. Short Answer. A hoist is a machine specifically designed to raise and lower loads that are too heavy for manpower alone. Hoists have a drum or wheel around which wraps either a chain or rope that controls whether the load is raised or lowered.

  4. The meaning of HOIST is lift, raise; especially : to raise into position by or as if by means of tackle. How to use hoist in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Hoist.

  5. Hoist definition: to raise or lift, especially by some mechanical appliance. See examples of HOIST used in a sentence.

  6. To hoist is to raise up or lift, like a crane or forklift would. You can hoist yourself up onto the roof to get a better view, or hoist your teammate onto your shoulders after she scores the winning goal.

  7. 9 meanings: 1. to raise or lift up, esp by mechanical means 2. → See hoist with one's own petard 3. any apparatus or device for.... Click for more definitions.

  8. HOIST meaning: 1. to lift something heavy, sometimes using ropes or a machine: 2. to raise a flag to the top of a…. Learn more.