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Meaning of dredger
A dredger is a machine or vessel used for dredging, which is the act of removing material from a river, sea, or other body of water.
Etymology of dredger
The word "dredger" has its roots in the Dutch word "dreggen," which means "to drag" or "to haul."
The term "dredge" originated in the 15th century, referring to a device used for dragging or hauling objects, especially in water.
Synonyms
excavator
dredge
suction dredge
cutter dredge
hopper dredge
trailing suction hopper dredge
backhoe
dragline
crane
shovel
digger
trencher
drill
auger
boring machine
dredging machine
suction pump
water pump
sandpump
gravel pump
mud pump
sludge pump
diaphragm pump
centrifugal pump
dredge pump
excavator pump
hydraulic pump
pipeline dredge
plain suction dredge
grab dredge
ladder dredge
bucket dredge
clamshell dredge
Definitions
- A dredger is a ship or boat equipped with a dredge for removing material from a river or sea bed.
- * A machine used for dredging, typically consisting of a suction pipe and a pump for removing material from a river or sea bed.
Usage Examples
- The dredger was used to remove sediment and debris from the riverbed to improve navigation.
- * A dredger is necessary for the construction of the new canal to remove dirt and rocks from the area.