Wrecking ball

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006667",
  "term": "Wrecking ball",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A heavy steel ball, typically weighing several tons, suspended from a crane and swung to demolish buildings or other large structures. The kinetic energy of the impact breaks apart concrete, brick, and other construction materials. This method is effective for large-scale demolition but has largely been replaced by hydraulic excavators with specialized attachments.",
  "synonyms": [
    "demolition ball"
  ],
  "subject": "Construction",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Abbruchkugel",
    "es": "bola de demolición",
    "fr": "boule de démolition"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/wrecking-ball/"
}