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elevators (noun)

Elevators are mechanical devices designed to transport people or goods vertically between different floors or levels within a building. They typically consist of a cabin or platform that moves up and down inside a shaft, powered by electric motors.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'E-LEV-ators' as machines that 'LEVel' up your position in a building. The 'E' stands for 'Electric' and 'LEV'...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'escalators' when you mean 'elevators'. → I took the elevators to the 10th floor.

Saying 'on the elevator'. → I am in the elevator.

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