| n. | 1. | 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. | |||
| 2. | (Mining) The pyramidal structure or tower over a deep drill hole, such as that of an oil well (also called an
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| Noun | 1. | derrick - a framework erected over an oil well to allow drill tubes to be raised and lowered |
| 2. | derrick - a simple crane having lifting tackle slung from a boom |
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