derrick
IPA: dˈɛrɪk
noun
- A device that is used for lifting and moving large objects.
- A framework that is constructed over a mine or oil well for the purpose of boring or lowering pipes.
- (obsolete) A hangman.
- A male given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Derek.
verb
- (transitive) To hoist with, or as if with, a derrick.
- (transitive, baseball, informal) To remove (a pitcher).
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Examples of "derrick" in Sentences
- The drill floor is located directly under the derrick.
- Also in the building is the Royden G. Derrick Planetarium.
- Sergeant Derrick was in command of his platoon of the company.
- In Team Money, Larry was the boss and Derrick was the underboss.
- Oil derricks sprouted on the hilltop in easy view of the harbor.
- Derrick Johnson refused to follow and stayed with the organisation.
- A portion of the cable overhangs the derrick floor and the pipe rack.
- Derrick Sean O'Brien was videotaped smiling at the scene of the crime.
- A frequent contributor to the zine was Derrick Bostrom of the Meat Puppets.
- After the loss of Derrick Thomas, the collapse of the defense was unmistakable.
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