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ˈfɔrkˌlɪftfork·lift

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. forkliftnoun

    a small industrial vehicle with a power operated forked platform in front that can be inserted under loads to lift and move them

Wiktionary

  1. forkliftnoun

    A small industrial vehicle with a power-operated fork-like pronged platform that can be raised and lowered for insertion under a load, often on pallets, to be lifted and moved

  2. forkliftverb

    to move or stack using such a vehicle

Wikipedia

  1. Forklift

    A forklift (also called lift truck, jitney, hi-lo, fork truck, fork hoist, and forklift truck) is a powered industrial truck used to lift and move materials over short distances. The forklift was developed in the early 20th century by various companies, including Clark, which made transmissions, and Yale & Towne Manufacturing, which made hoists. Since World War II, the use and development of the forklift truck have greatly expanded worldwide. Forklifts have become an indispensable piece of equipment in manufacturing and warehousing. In 2013, the top 20 manufacturers worldwide posted sales of $30.4 billion, with 944,405 machines sold.

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  1. forklift

    A forklift is a powerful industrial vehicle or machinery used for lifting and moving heavy loads over short distances, usually around warehouses, construction sites, or factories. It utilizes a powered platform, or fork, raised and lowered by a mast to pick up and carry materials. Some models may be driven by gasoline, diesel, or electricity.

Editors Contribution

  1. forklift

    A type of vehicle and product created and designed in various colors, materials, mechanisms, shapes, sizes and styles.

    Forklifts are vital in a warehouse environment where pallets are stacked on shelving and require frequent movement.


    Submitted by MaryC on August 3, 2016  

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of FORKLIFT in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of FORKLIFT in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

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