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derrick

/ˈdɛɹɪk/

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noun

Hebevorrichtung, Kran

A device that is used for lifting and moving large objects.

Examples :

"The construction crew used a derrick to lift the heavy steel beams into place. "

Die Bauarbeiter benutzten einen Kran, um die schweren Stahlträger an ihren Platz zu heben.

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noun

Bohrturm, Fördergerüst

A framework that is constructed over a mine or oil well for the purpose of boring or lowering pipes.

Examples :

"The tall derrick stood over the oil well, ready to lower pipes deep into the earth. "

Der hohe Bohrturm stand über der Ölquelle und war bereit, Rohre tief in die Erde zu senken.

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noun

Henker

Examples :

"Historical accounts often referred to the executioner as the "derrick" because it was his grim job to operate the hanging device. "

Historische Berichte bezeichneten den Henker oft als "Henker", weil es seine düstere Aufgabe war, das Hängegerät zu bedienen.

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verb

Aufrichten, heben

To hoist with, or as if with, a derrick.

Examples :

"Workers had to derrick the heavy steel beams into place during the bridge construction. "

Die Arbeiter mussten die schweren Stahlträger während des Brückenbaus anheben.

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verb

Auswechseln

To remove (a pitcher).

Examples :

"The manager decided to derrick the starting pitcher after he gave up three runs in the first inning. "

Der Manager entschied sich, den Startwerfer auszuwechseln, nachdem er im ersten Inning drei Runs zuließ.