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- [der-ik]
- /ˈdɛr ɪk/
- /ˈder.ɪk/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [der-ik]
- /ˈdɛr ɪk/
Definitions of derrick word
- countable noun derrick A derrick is a machine that is used to move cargo on a ship by lifting it in the air. 3
- countable noun derrick A derrick is a tower built over an oil well which is used to raise and lower the drill. 3
- noun derrick a simple crane having lifting tackle slung from a boom 3
- noun derrick the framework erected over an oil well to enable drill tubes to be raised and lowered 3
- verb derrick to raise or lower the jib of (a crane) 3
- noun derrick a large apparatus for lifting and moving heavy objects: it consists of a long beam pivoted at the base of a vertical, stationary beam and moved by ropes running on pulleys 3
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Parts of speech for Derrick
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derrick popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 91% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
derrick usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for derrick
noun derrick
- machine — an apparatus consisting of interrelated parts with separate functions, used in the performance of some kind of work: a sewing machine.
- rig — Chiefly Nautical. to put in proper order for working or use. to fit (a ship, mast, etc.) with the necessary shrouds, stays, etc. to fit (shrouds, stays, sails, etc.) to the mast, yard, or the like.
- lift — to move or bring (something) upward from the ground or other support to a higher position; hoist.
- hoist — to hoist.
- crane — A crane is a large machine that moves heavy things by lifting them in the air.
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Matching words
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