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lifter

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Definition:

The word "lifter" is a noun and can have two main meanings:

Usage Instructions:
  • When you use the word "lifter," make sure to clarify which meaning you are referring to, as it can be interpreted in two different ways.
Examples:
  1. As a Thief: "The store owner caught a lifter trying to steal a pair of shoes."
  2. As an Athlete: "She is a lifter who competes in weightlifting competitions."
Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, you might see "lifter" used in discussions about sports, fitness, or crime prevention. For example: - "The lifters at the gym follow a strict training regimen to improve their performance." - "The store implemented new security measures to deter lifters."

Word Variants:
  • Lift (verb): To raise something, like lifting weights.
  • Lifting (noun): The act of raising something, especially in weightlifting.
Different Meanings:
  • In the context of weightlifting, "lifter" refers specifically to someone who participates in that sport. In the context of theft, it describes someone who commits a crime.
Synonyms:
  • For the thief meaning: shoplifter, thief, pilferer.
  • For the athlete meaning: weightlifter, bodybuilder, strength trainer.
Related Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • "Lift someone's spirits": To make someone feel happier.
  • "Lift off": To rise into the air or to begin a flight, often used when talking about rockets or planes.
Conclusion:

The word "lifter" can refer to two different types of people: those who steal from stores and those who lift weights.

Noun
  1. a thief who steals goods that are in a store
  2. an athlete who lifts barbells

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