Lifter [lif-ter]  

Lifter

  [lif-ter]
Lifter can mean:

  • Ionocraft, a device that can generate thrust using ionised air with no moving parts
  • Tappet, part of an internal combustion engine that actuates a poppet valve through rocker arms and pushrods
  • Spatula

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