Derricks Putting Grease On Machinery Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 15, 2023

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	noun • rig used in drilling for oil or gas
	49%	6		Derrick's putting grease on machinery
	noun • rig used in drilling for oil or gas
	39%	10		Supervised the operation of the ship's cranes and derricks
	noun • a petty officer on a merchant ship who controls the work of other seamen

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The Guardian Quiptic11 Jun 2012	Across 10
The Guardian Quiptic11 Jun 2012	Across 10
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