Davit

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001568",
  "term": "Davit",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A small crane-like device, often found on ships or offshore platforms, used for lowering and raising equipment, lifeboats, or other small craft. It consists of a pivoted arm or a pair of arms that swing out over the side of the vessel or structure. Davits are rated by their safe working load, which indicates the maximum weight they can lift.",
  "synonyms": [
    "fish davit"
  ],
  "subject": "Construction",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Davit",
    "es": "davit",
    "fr": "bossoir"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/davit/"
}