Word Noun
forklift
n.
B1 Intermediate US /ˈfɔɹˌkɫɪft/ UK /fˈɔːklɪft/ fork·lift UK spelling forklifts
Definition
n.a large machine with a lifting arm that people use to move heavy objects in a warehouse or factory.
n.a powered industrial truck with a forked lifting device used to lift and move pallets or other heavy loads.
Examples
“The forklift moves the heavy boxes into the warehouse.”
“The warehouse manager ordered a new electric forklift to reduce noise and emissions in the building.”
“Modern forklifts are equipped with advanced sensors and safety features to prevent collisions in crowded industrial environments where human operators might struggle to maintain visibility.”
Etymology
From fork + lift.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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