hoistroom

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noun
Definitions
  • (mining) A space at the top of a mineshaft that holds the elevator to lift humans and equipment using a pulley and cable.

Etymology

Compound from English hoist + English room (spacious, roomy, wide).

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room

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spacious, roomy, wide

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