oilrig

[US]/ˈɔɪl.rɪɡ/
[UK]/ˈɔɪl.rɪɡ/

Translation

n.a large structure with equipment for drilling and extracting oil from underground, especially under the seabed
Word Forms
Pluraloilrigs

Example Sentences

the offshore oilrig operates in the north sea.

oilrig workers face dangerous conditions daily.

the oilrig platform was built in 2010.

an oilrig accident caused a major oil spill.

new drilling technology was installed on the oilrig.

the oilrig crew works in rotating shifts.

safety regulations were strengthened at the oilrig.

an explosion occurred at the oilrig last night.

the oilrig construction project took three years.

regular maintenance is essential for the oilrig.

they decided to abandon the old oilrig.

the oilrig supplies oil to countries worldwide.

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