Synonyms: New York minute, split second, blink of an eye, wink, heartbeat, instant, trice, twinkling, flash, jiffy
Definition: a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)
Usage: if I had the chance I'd do it in a flash
Similar words: second, bit, minute, mo, moment
Definition: an indefinitely short time
Usage: wait just a moment; in a mo; it only takes a minute; in just a bit
Definition: hoist up or in and lash or secure with a small rope
Similar words: hoist, wind, lift
Definition: raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help
Usage: hoist the bicycle onto the roof of the car
Definition: raise with a line
Usage: trice a window shade
Similar words: lift, raise, get up, bring up, elevate
Definition: raise from a lower to a higher position
Usage: Raise your hands; Lift a load