Hoise

Pronunciation

• IPA: /hɔɪz/

Origin

Probably from Middle Dutch hisen (modern hijsen) or Middle Low German hissen.

Full definition of hoise

Verb

1. (transitive, obsolete except in dialects or after Shakespeare) to hoistThe scientist used the lever to hoise the cage.
2. (intransitive, obsolete): to hoist, be raised

Derived terms

• hoist with one's own petard