Derrick and Windlass

Derrick

Derrick noun - A simple crane having lifting tackle slung from a boom.
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Windlass and derrick are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Windlass" instead a noun "Derrick".

Windlass

Windlass noun - Lifting device consisting of a horizontal cylinder turned by a crank on which a cable or rope winds.
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Derrick and windlass are semantically related. You can use "Derrick" instead a noun "Windlass".
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