Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
oil-rig
noun
/ˈɔɪl rɪɡ/
Definition
A structure used for extracting oil from beneath the earth’s surface or the ocean floor.
Examples
- The oil-rig offshore was visible from the coastal town.
- Engineers worked tirelessly to repair the aging oil-rig.
- Many jobs are created around the oil-rig due to the extraction process.
Meaning
An oil-rig is a platform or structure that facilitates the extraction of oil, typically found in offshore locations or on land, enabling drilling operations to reach oil reserves.
Synonyms
- drilling platform
- oil platform
- oil derrick
