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hydraulic lift

American  

noun

  1. an elevator operated by fluid pressure, especially one used for raising automobiles in service stations and garages.


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US investigators say it has reinforced walls, rail and ventilation systems, an electricity supply, and was accessed using a hydraulic lift.

From Barron's Jun. 2, 2026

Abu Ali's trailer did not have a hydraulic lift to tip and dump his load.

From BBC May 7, 2025

It added that police officers noticed a hydraulic lift was being operated at the gate and they kept the protesters from scaling the landmark building.

From Reuters Sep. 17, 2023

A hydraulic lift was used to lower him into a special wheelchair so he could be moved into the hallway or activities room.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 1, 2019

Part of the floor slid back and the entire pool table disappeared into it, carried down by a hydraulic lift.

From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz

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