Meaning of the word lifting in English

What does lifting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

lifting

US /ˈlɪftɪŋ/
UK /ˈlɪftɪŋ/

Noun

1.

the action or an act of raising something to a higher position

Example:
The lifting of the heavy box required two people.
She felt a sudden lifting of her spirits after hearing the good news.
2.

the activity of training with weights

Example:
He spends an hour every day lifting at the gym.
She's been doing a lot of heavy lifting to prepare for the competition.