rigger
ˈrɪɡər
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Definition of rigger - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
event setupRareperson who sets up equipment for eventsRare
  • The rigger efficiently prepared the stage for the concert..
stagehand technician
2.
occupationTECH.person working on an oil rigTECH.
  • The rigger spent weeks offshore.
driller oilman roughneck
3.
maritimeTECH.person who fits ship riggingTECH.
  • The rigger ensured the sails were secure.
sailor seaman
4.
beveragesRareplastic beer bottle in New ZealandRare
  • He bought a rigger from the local brewery.
5.
laborTECH.person who moves heavy objectsTECH.
  • The rigger operated the crane at the construction site.
hauler mover transporter
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Images of rigger

  • rigger: slender paintbrush for fine lines
    slender paintbrush for fine lines

Expressions with rigger

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person who works on an oil rig
The oil rigger spent weeks at sea extracting oil.
sailing ship with square sails on at least two masts
The old square-rigger was a majestic sight on the horizon..

Origin of rigger

Dutch, riggen (to rig)

Terms with rigger included in their meaning

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sport
rowing error where the oar is pushed under the rigger
sailing
yard supporting the foresail on a square-rigger

Examples of rigger in a sentence

  • A skilled rigger is essential for a successful concert.
  • The rigger checked the equipment thoroughly.
  • Every rigger must follow safety protocols.
  • The rigger climbed the mast to adjust the ropes.
  • During the storm, the rigger's skills were crucial.
  • He filled the rigger with craft beer.

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  1. French:monteur, ouvrier de plateforme, ...
  2. German:Veranstaltungsaufbauer, Rigger, ...
  3. Italian:montatore, tecnico di piattaforma, ...
  4. Spanish:montador, trabajador de plataforma, ...
  5. Portuguese:montador, trabalhador de plataforma, ...
  6. Chinese:设备安装工, 钻井工, ...
  7. Japanese:リガー, 石油リグ作業員, ...
  8. Arabic:فَنِّيّ تَجْهِيز, عامِل مَنصّة نَفطِيّة, ...
  9. Hebrew:מַתְקִין צִיּוּד, פּוֹעֵל בְּאַסֵּדֶת נֵפֶת, ...
  10. Russian:риггер, буровик, ...
  11. Ukrainian:монтажник, бурильник, ...
  12. Hindi:रिगर, तेल रिग कर्मी, ...
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