What is another word for oil platform?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔ͡ɪl plˈatfɔːm] (IPA) 
Oil platforms can be referred to in various ways, depending on the context. Some synonyms for the term 'oil platform' include drilling rig, offshore rig, production platform, oil derrick, and wellhead platform. Drilling rig specifically refers to the equipment used to drill for oil, while an offshore rig encompasses all installations used offshore, including drilling rigs and production platforms. A production platform, on the other hand, is used to extract and process oil and gas from the wellhead. An oil derrick is a distinctive tower structure that supports the drilling components on a platform. Finally, a wellhead platform is a platform that provides access to a single wellhead, used for testing or maintenance purposes.
