What is the meaning of uplift?

noun

  • Geology) a rise of land to a higher elevation (as in the process of mountain building. ()
  • A brassiere that lifts and supports the breasts.

verb

  • Fill with high spirits; fill with optimism.
    • usage: "Music can uplift your spirits"
  • Lift up from the earth, as by geologic forces.
    • usage: "the earth's movement uplifted this part of town"
  • Lift up or elevate. .
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