Definitions
a crane-like device (usually one of a pair) for suspending or lowering equipment (as a lifeboat)
Word origin
The word davit is derived from Middle English and Old French daviot, which is a diminutive of David; thus it means "little David", maybe because those small cranes can handle a much bigger lifeboat.
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01“Boat crane”5 letters
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