derricking

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A form of derrick — A device that is used for lifting and moving large objects.

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Meanings

verb
  1. gerundparticiplepresentpresent participle and gerund of derrick

    Hoisting, derricking, slewing, and travelling are by means of independent 600-volt motors through reduction gearing.

    1956 May, “London Transport Diesel-Electric Cranes”, in Railway Magazine, page 337
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