Definition

A device used to move people or goods up and down between different floors of a building.

Example

We took the elevator to the tenth floor of the hotel.

Conversation

Have you ever been stuck in an elevator?

Yeah, it happened to me once, and it was so scary!

I can imagine! I prefer taking the stairs when I can.

Same here, but sometimes the elevator is just too convenient.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Elevator → It is formed from "elevare" (meaning to raise) and the suffix "-or" (meaning one who or that which). The word "elevator" refers to a device that raises or lifts people or goods to different levels.

Memory Tip

Think of a device that 'raises' ('elevare') things up — that's why an elevator is used to lift you to higher floors.

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