The term ELEVATOR OF A SORT can be summarized by two crossword solutions: STILT (5 letters) and HYDRAULICLIFT (13 letters). A stilt is a pole or post with a foot support, used to raise the height of a person or object. Stilts are often used in circus performances and by construction workers. A hydraulic lift is a type of elevator that uses pressurized liquid to move a platform up and down. Hydraulic lifts are commonly used in warehouses and factories, as well as in some residential buildings.