Definition

A type of machine used for digging or moving materials, which has a bucket that is pulled towards it by cables.

Example

The construction crew used a dragline to excavate the foundation for the new building.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a dragline in action at a construction site?

Yeah, I saw one last summer; it was fascinating to watch how it worked.

I didn't realize how useful a dragline could be for digging and moving earth.

Absolutely! It's amazing to see how efficiently it operates.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dragline → The word is formed from "drag" (from Old English *draggan*, meaning to pull or draw) and "line" (from Old English *līn*, meaning a cord or string). A dragline refers to a line or cable used to pull or drag something, typically in construction or excavation contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pulling' ('drag') something with a 'cord' ('line') — that's how a dragline works.

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