Lift

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-003328",
  "term": "Lift",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The upward force generated by the movement of water or air over a hydrofoil or airfoil, or the act of raising cargo or equipment. In sailing, lift on a sail propels the boat forward. Cranes and derricks are commonly used for lifting operations on ships and in shipyards.",
  "subject": "Marine and shipyard",
  "see_also": [
    "boat lift",
    "centre of lift",
    "liftback"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Lift",
    "es": "amantillo",
    "fr": "balancine"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/lift/"
}