swinging boom (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈswɪŋɪŋ ˈbuːm/
Definition
A swinging boom is a type of crane or lifting device that has a long, movable arm which can swing from side to side, often used in construction, shipping, and other industries to lift and move heavy loads.
Examples
The construction team used a swinging boom crane to lift the heavy steel beams into place.
The ship's swinging boom was used to unload cargo from the dock.
The engineer designed a swinging boom system to lift and move equipment around the factory floor.
How to Use swinging boom
- use a swinging boom (verb phrase)
- to use a swinging boom crane or lifting device to lift or move heavy loads — "The construction team used a swinging boom to lift the heavy steel beams into place."
- operate a swinging boom (verb phrase)
- to control or manage a swinging boom crane or lifting device — "The crane operator was trained to operate a swinging boom safely and efficiently."
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