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English Dictionary - With Multi-Lingual Search Your Query of 'derrick' Resulted in 2 Matches Displaying Items 1 through 2 Definitions Derrick proper noun  (given name, male), variant spelling of Derek.       derrick noun  A device that is used for lifting and moving large objects A framework that is constructed over a mine or oil well for the purpose of bore, boring or lowering pipes. Etymology: Derived from the name of British executioner w:Thomas Derrick, Thomas Derrick, who invented the framework arrangement commonly known by this name to aid in the conduct of executions.        Find:   Words Starting With:   Words Ending With:   Words Containing:   Words That Match:    Translate Into:    Dutch   French   German    Italian   Spanish Enter your search terms Submit search form   Web www.allwords.com Browse the Dictionary A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

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