derricks

[US]/ˈdɛrɪks/
[UK]/ˈdɛrɪks/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.plural form of derrick; a framework for drilling oil wells; lifting device; a type of crane or hoisting equipment

Phrases & Collocations

oil derricks

derricks in action

mobile derricks

derricks and rigs

derricks for drilling

derricks on site

fixed derricks

derricks installation

derricks maintenance

derricks operation

Example Sentences

the construction site was filled with tall derricks.

workers operated the derricks to lift heavy materials.

the oil derricks were visible from miles away.

safety precautions are essential when using derricks.

modern derricks can reach great heights.

the crew inspected the derricks for any damage.

many derricks are automated for efficiency.

he specializes in the maintenance of offshore derricks.

they erected several derricks for the new project.

the derricks swayed slightly in the wind.

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