hoisting

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hoisting noun

The act by which something is hoisted.
The behaviour of Javascript syntax which allows variables to be used before they are declared.

hoisting verb

To raise; to lift; to elevate (especially, to raise or lift to a desired elevation, by means of tackle or pulley, said of a sail, a flag, a heavy package or weight).
To lift a trophy or similar prize into the air in celebration of a victory.
To lift someone up to be flogged.
To be lifted up.

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