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Lifeboat Raising Device Crossword Clue
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DAVIT which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DAVIT
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "DAVIT" which means:
- noun
- • A crane-like device (usually one of a pair) for suspending or lowering equipment (as a lifeboat)
An example sentence would be:
- • "The small boat was lifted from the water using the davit on the side of the ship."
- • "The sailors used the davit to lower the lifeboat into the sea."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times23 Dec 1985 | Down 25 | |
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