Elevator Definition & Meaning

elevator
noun
  1. lifting device consisting of a platform or cage that is raised and lowered mechanically in a vertical shaft in order to move people from one floor to another in a building
  2. the airfoil on the tailplane of an aircraft that makes it ascend or descend

"Elevator" in song lyrics

See how elevator is used in real songs:

  • "Keep it humble, push my own buttons in the elevator"
    The 49ers — Earth's Rotation
  • "Take her up and down like a mothafuckin elevator"
    Dre Dog w/ Mack 10 — Ike Turner
  • "Demoz tryin' to come up like a elevator"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Frontline

Usage tips for "elevator"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "elevator" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for elevator to find words that pair well.

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