rig

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Noun

rigSingular
rigsPlural
1

The arrangement of masts, sails, and rigging on a ship or boat.

The ship's rig was designed for speed and maneuverability.

2

A large truck, especially a tractor-trailer combination.

The driver parked his rig at the rest stop for the night.

3

Equipment or apparatus set up for a particular purpose, such as an oil drilling rig.

The oil rig is located about 50 miles offshore.

4

A person's outfit or costume, especially one that is unusual or distinctive.

She showed up to the party in a strange rig that turned everyone's heads.

Verb

rigInfinitive
rigPresent tense
riggedPast tense
riggedPast participle
riggingPresent participle
rigsThird-person singular
1

To fit out a ship with sails, rigging, and other equipment.

The crew rigged the ship before setting sail.

2

To set up or assemble equipment or machinery for use.

The technicians rigged the sound system before the concert.

3

To manipulate or control something dishonestly for personal advantage.

The company was accused of rigging the bidding process.

Synonym