elevator

/ˈɛləˌveɪtə/noun
Elementary
1

Anything that raises or uplifts.

2

A permanent construction with a built-in platform or cab that can be raised and lowered, used to transport people and goods, as between different floors of a building.

3

A silo used for storing wheat, corn or other grain (grain elevator).

4

A control surface of an aircraft responsible for controlling the pitching motion of the machine.

5

A dental instrument used to pry up ("elevate") teeth in difficult extractions, or depressed portions of bone.

6

Any muscle that serves to raise a part of the body, such as the leg or the eye.

7

A type of shoe having an insert lift to make the wearer appear taller.

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