什么是 hoist?To raise or haul up with or as if with the help of a mechanical apparatus. See Synonyms at lift.To raise to one's mouth in order to drink: hoist a few beers. To become raised or lifted.An apparatus for lifting heavy or cumbersome objects.The act of hoisting; a lift.Nautical The height or vertical dimension of a flag or of any square sail other than a course.Nautical A group of flags raised together as a signal.