(Tyneside) Stinky, noisome, putrid. / (Tyneside) Alive with parasites or pests.

The action or process by which something is lifted; elevation / (sports) weightlifting; a form of exercise in which weights are lifted

present participle of lift

A gas, such as helium or hydrogen, that is used to produce buoyancy for e.g. balloons or airships.

The substance that creates the buoyancy of a balloon or other airship; normally hydrogen, helium or hot air.

plural of lifting

Alternative form of weightlifting

present participle of lift a finger

(idiomatic) The most demanding part of an endeavour; work requiring the most effort, resources, or consideration. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see heavy, lifting.

Alternative form of heavy lifting