hoisting; hanging up
Literal act of suspending something in the air, often with ropes or pulleys. Used in construction, theater, or physical descriptions.
Hoisting the stage equipment took time.
The fisherman hoisted the net to dry it.
public denunciation; kangaroo court; severe criticism
Figurative use: a group publicly attacking or shaming someone, often in a mob-like or unfair manner. Strongly negative connotation.
He was subjected to a public denunciation at the meeting and couldn't say anything.
Online kangaroo courts can sometimes ruin a person's life.