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What does elevator mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word elevator? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. (US) A permanent construction with a built-in platform that is lifted vertically, used to transport people and goods.
  2. A silo used for storing wheat, corn or other grain (grain elevator)
  3. (aeronautics) A control surface of an aircraft responsible for controling the pitching motion of the machine.
  4. A dental instrument used to pry up ("elevate") teeth in difficult extractions, or depressed portions of bone.
  5. (anatomy) Any muscle that serves to raise a part of the body, such as the leg or the eye.
  6. A type of shoe having an insert lift to make the wearer appear taller.
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