Cool MateMeaning of The elevator
A platform or compartment housed in a shaft for raising and lowering people or things.
In simple words: A machine that moves between floors in a building.
The elevator in a sentence
- I took the elevator to the 10th floor.
- The elevator stopped suddenly between floors.
- She prefers the elevator over the stairs when carrying heavy boxes.
- He was stuck in the elevator for almost an hour.
- Please use the elevator for easy access to the rooftop terrace.
How to use The elevator
Commonly used in most contexts. Avoid in very formal writing where alternatives like 'lift' might be preferable. Use 'elevator' in the US and 'lift' in British English.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Imagine an elevator going up with a giant 'E' painted on it.
Related words
Collocations with The elevator
- call the elevator
- step into the elevator
- elevator music
Opposites of The elevator
- staircase
- stairway
Common mistakes with The elevator
- Confusing with 'escalator', which moves people up and down.
- Using in place of 'staircase' when referring to stairs.
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Frequently asked questions about The elevator
What does The elevator mean?
A machine that moves between floors in a building.
What is the definition of The elevator?
A platform or compartment housed in a shaft for raising and lowering people or things.
How do you use The elevator in a sentence?
I took the elevator to the 10th floor.
Can you give another example of The elevator?
The elevator stopped suddenly between floors.
What are synonyms for The elevator?
Common alternatives include lift, hoist, platform.
What is the opposite of The elevator?
Opposite meanings include staircase, stairway.
What words go with The elevator?
It commonly pairs with call the elevator, step into the elevator, elevator music.
What are common mistakes when using The elevator?
Confusing with 'escalator', which moves people up and down. Using in place of 'staircase' when referring to stairs.
How do you pronounce The elevator?
US: //ˈɛlɪveɪtər//, UK: //ˈɛlɪveɪtə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use The elevator?
Commonly used in most contexts. Avoid in very formal writing where alternatives like 'lift' might be preferable. Use 'elevator' in the US and 'lift' in British English.