elevator shaft

• Vertikaler Schacht in einem Gebäude, in dem ein Aufzug oder Lastenaufzug auf und ab fährt.

A vertical passage or shaft in a building through which an elevator moves up and down.

1. Vertical passage for an elevatorB1formal

   A vertical shaft or enclosed space in a building through which an elevator car moves up and down.

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   • The maintenance crew inspected the elevator shaft for any damage.
   • He accidentally dropped his keys down the elevator shaft.
   • The building's elevator shaft runs from the basement to the top floor.