Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
derek
noun
/ˈdɛrɪk/
Definition
A type of platform or scaffold used for lifting, especially in construction.
Examples
- The workers used a derek to raise the heavy beams for the new building.
- The derek swayed slightly as the load was lifted into place.
- During the boat repair, they set up a derek to lift the yacht out of the water.
Meaning
In various contexts, ‘derek’ can refer to a lifting device or a scaffold, primarily utilized in construction or sailing for hoisting heavy objects.
Synonyms
- crane
- hoist
- derrick
