Homonym: Cherry Picker (Picker)
A "Cherry Picker" is a type of aerial work platform used to lift people or equipment to elevated areas. It consists of a platform or bucket at the end of a hydraulic arm, which can extend and retract to reach various heights. Cherry pickers are commonly used in construction, maintenance, and tree trimming tasks.
The name "Cherry Picker" originated from its initial use in harvesting cherries from tall trees. Today, these machines come in various sizes and designs, including boom lifts and scissor lifts, making them versatile tools for accessing hard-to-reach places safely.