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UK/["/ˈelɪveɪtə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈelɪveɪtər/"]/

Meaning of Elevator

In simple words: A machine that moves people up and down between floors in a building.

Elevator in a sentence

  • It's on the fifth floor, so we'd better take the elevator.
  • He rode the elevator to the 43rd floor.
  • One guy fell down the elevator shaft.
  • The agents in the station sent the checked baggage downstairs on a freight elevator.
  • The elevator dinged and the door opened.
  • The elevator doors closed behind her.
  • We took a creaky old elevator up to the third floor.
  • York pressed the button to call the elevator.
  • In the harbour a giant elevator stores prairie grain.

How to use Elevator

Commonly used in buildings. Avoid using in very formal writing. In casual contexts, you might hear 'lift' instead, especially in British English.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'elevate' – it helps you rise to a higher floor.

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Collocations with Elevator

Synonyms for Elevator

Opposites of Elevator

  • staircase
  • steps

Common mistakes with Elevator

  • Confused with 'escalator' which is a moving staircase.
  • Pronounced incorrectly as 'elavator' instead of 'elevator'.

Compare Elevator with Lift, Platform

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Frequently asked questions about Elevator

What does Elevator mean?

A machine that moves people up and down between floors in a building.

What is the definition of Elevator?

a machine that carries people or goods up and down to different levels in a building or a mine

How do you use Elevator in a sentence?

It's on the fifth floor, so we'd better take the elevator.

Can you give another example of Elevator?

He rode the elevator to the 43rd floor.

What are synonyms for Elevator?

Common alternatives include lift, hoist, platform.

What is the opposite of Elevator?

Opposite meanings include staircase, steps.

What words go with Elevator?

It commonly pairs with glass, express, high-speed, ride, take, use, go up, descend, go down, shaft, door, button.

What are common mistakes when using Elevator?

Confused with 'escalator' which is a moving staircase. Pronounced incorrectly as 'elavator' instead of 'elevator'.

How do you pronounce Elevator?

US: /["/ˈelɪveɪtər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈelɪveɪtə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Elevator?

Commonly used in buildings. Avoid using in very formal writing. In casual contexts, you might hear 'lift' instead, especially in British English.

What CEFR level is Elevator?

"Elevator" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.