вы́шка — meaning in English

English meaning

• derrick noun A tall framework used to lift and move heavy objects, or to support drilling equipment.
• tower noun A tall, narrow structure, either standing alone or forming part of a larger building.

Senses

вы́шка is used for these senses in English:

• capital punishment The practice of putting a person to death as a punishment for a crime.
• death penalty (legal) A punishment in which the offender is put to death by the state.
• derrick A framework that is constructed over a mine or oil well for the purpose of boring or lowering pipes.

tower — full definition

1. noun A tall, narrow structure, either standing alone or forming part of a larger building.
2. noun A strong source of support or protection.
3. verb To be much taller than the people or things nearby.

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