tower crane

noun

1. a rotatable cantilever jib on top of a steelwork tower used on building sites where the operator needs to command a good view of the site

Example Sentences

On April 27, 2019, tragedy struck when a tower crane crashed into busy South Lake Union traffic, killing our daughter, Sarah Pantip Wong, and three others.

From Seattle Times

This is what the tower crane safety bill is all about.

From Seattle Times

We thank Rep. Reed for championing HB 2022 and the overwhelming majority of House legislators who support practical and reasonable tower crane reforms.

From Seattle Times

Please join us in supporting comprehensive tower crane safety.

From Seattle Times

Earlier, onlookers were reportedly told by police at the scene there was a danger a white tower crane operating close to Whitehall Road could collapse.

From BBC