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Yes, hoist is playable

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"Hoist" Definition

noun

An apparatus for lifting heavy or cumbersome objects.
Nautical A group of flags raised together as a signal.
Nautical The height or vertical dimension of a flag or of any square sail other than a course.
The act of hoisting; a lift.
An apparatus for hoisting.

verb-intransitive

To become raised or lifted.

verb-transitive

To raise or haul up with or as if with the help of a mechanical apparatus. See Synonyms at lift.

verb

To become .
To raise into position by or as if by means of tackle.

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