What is another word for oilrig?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔ͡ɪlɹɪɡ] (IPA) 
When discussing the offshore structures used in the oil and gas industry, the term "oilrig" is commonly used. However, there are several synonyms that can be used to describe these structures, including drilling rig, offshore platform, oil platform, production platform, and rig. Each of these phrases can be used interchangeably to talk about the structures used to extract oil and gas from beneath the ocean floor, as well as the associated infrastructure used to transport these resources onshore. In addition to these commonly used synonyms, there are also several technical terms that can be used to describe specific types of oilrigs, such as jack-up rigs, semi-submersible rigs, and drillships.
