hoister
nounUK /ˈhɔɪ.stər/
US /ˈhɔɪ.stɚ/
A person or thing that lifts something up.
The hoister pulled the heavy box onto the truck.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A machine or device used for lifting heavy loads, such as a crane or winch.
The dock workers used a hoister to move the crates onto the ship.
3. A person who steals or shoplifts goods.
The store detective caught the hoister slipping a watch into his pocket.
4. In sailing, a rope or tackle used to raise a sail or flag.
He pulled the hoister to send the flag up the mast.