derrick
About 0.85 uses per million words.
Meaning
- noun A device that is used for lifting and moving large objects.
- noun A framework that is constructed over a mine or oil well for the purpose of boring or lowering pipes.
- noun An executioner responsible for hanging convicts; a hangman.
- verb To hoist with, or as if with, a derrick.
- verb To remove (a pitcher).
Similar words
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Often followed by
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Word family
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