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A ‘lift’ in a conveyance, given to one to put him forward on his way. Also figurative.
A help on the way given to a foot passenger by allowing him to travel some distance in a vehicle. Cf. lift, v. 11e.
An opportunity of being conveyed some distance on one's way by a passing vehicle; a ‘lift’.