scissorlift
nounUK /ˈsɪzə lɪft/
US /ˈsɪzər lɪft/
A scissor lift is a machine that lifts people up high so they can work safely.
The workers used a scissor lift to reach the ceiling lights.
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2. A lifting mechanism using crossed supports that fold like scissors.
The stage used a scissor lift to raise the drum kit.
3. A type of industrial table that rises straight up on scissor arms.
They loaded the boxes onto a scissor lift to move them to the truck.
4. A ride or device at a fair that raises people on folding arms.
The scissor lift at the carnival gave us a view over the whole park.