Derrick /(?)/
Der·rick
Derrick
n.
- A mast, spar, or tall frame, supported at the top by stays or guys, and usually pivoted at the base, with suitable tackle for hoisting heavy weights, such as stones in building.
- The pyramidal structure or tower over a deep drill hole, such as that of an oil well (also called an oil derrick). (Mining)
Phrases & Compounds
- Derrick crane
- a combination of the derrick and the crane, having facility for hoisting and also for swinging the load horizontally.