oilrig

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Noun oilrig has 1 sense

drill rig, drilling rig, oilrig, oil rig - rig used in drilling for oil or gas
--₁ is a kind of rig
--₁ has particulars: drilling platform, offshore rig

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Term: oilrig

Noun - Popular Sense:

A structure or platform used for drilling and extracting oil and gas from beneath the Earth's surface.

Example Sentence:

The massive oilrig in the middle of the ocean pumped thousands of barrels of oil every day.

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Noun - Local Sense:

(Specific to a certain region or locality) An oil well or drilling operation setup, typically on land.

Example Sentence:

The local fishermen were concerned when an oilrig was set up near the coastline, fearing it could damage the marine ecosystem.

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Verb:

The action of placing, constructing, or operating an oilrig.

Example Sentence:

The crew worked tirelessly to oilrig the massive structure and make it operational for drilling.

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Adjective:

Referring to characteristics, qualities, or actions tied to an oilrig.

Example Sentence:

The technician wore an oilrig helmet to ensure safety while performing maintenance on the towering and noisy oilrig equipment.

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