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Definition of rigging - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
manipulationact of arranging dishonestly for a desired result
- The election was tainted by claims of rigging..
2.
maritimeTECH. ropes and chains supporting ship's masts and sailsTECH.
- The sailors checked the rigging before setting sail.
3.
lifting gearTECH. equipment for lifting or moving heavy objectsTECH.
- They used rigging to hoist the sculpture into place.
4.
constructionTECH. supporting material used in construction or theaterTECH.
- The stage crew set up the rigging for the play.
Adjective
1.
deceptioncharacterized by manipulation or deceit
- The rigging election scandal shocked the nation.
2.
equipmentRare related to setting up equipment or gearRare
- The rigging setup was completed in record time.
Images of rigging

ropes and chains supporting ship's masts and sails 
equipment for lifting or moving heavy objects
Expressions with rigging
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illegal changing of election results by altering votes
The investigation uncovered widespread ballot rigging in the election.
illegal manipulation of election results
The investigation uncovered widespread vote rigging in the elections.
illegal manipulation of bids to predetermine a winner
The company was fined for bid-rigging in government contracts.
place where stage equipment is stored
The crew went to the rigging loft to get the ropes.
ropes used for adjusting sails on a ship
The crew adjusted the running rigging during the storm.
fixed ropes or wires supporting masts and spars on ships
The standing rigging must be inspected regularly to ensure the ship's safety..
Origin of rigging
Middle Dutch, riggen (to bind)
Terms with rigging included in their meaning
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camera rigging crew
assistant to the key grip in film production
maritime
tall pole on a ship supporting sails or rigging
maritime
the rigging of a sailing ship or craft
maritime
equipped with sails and necessary rigging
maritime
in the rigging of a vessel
maritime
equip a ship with sails and rigging
maritime
take up slack in rigging by hauling
maritime
equipped with all necessary sails and rigging
sailing rigging
rope ring made from one strand, securing a sail to a stay
maritime
type of ship with mixed rigging
maritime
short rope for fastening rigging on ships
nautical rigging
rope or chain from the bowsprit to the stem or cutwater
maritime
small cable used in rigging
sailing
rigging style of a traditional catboat
maritime
wooden disk used in ship rigging
theater
theatrical rigging system for moving stage elements
ship rigging
topsail on a foremast
boat equipment
having all sails and rigging complete
ship rigging
part of a ship's rigging for mast support
rigging
quadrilateral sail suspended from a gaff
maritime
build an improvised rigging using available materials
maritime
line for extending or fastening ship rigging
ship rigging
triangular canvas on long yard slanting from mast, common in Mediterranean craft
rigging adjustment
moving the sail to reduce wind pressure
Examples of rigging in a sentence
Rigging in the competition led to disqualification. The storm damaged the ship's rigging. He specialized in repairing the rigging of old vessels. The rigging was inspected before the operation began. Proper rigging is essential for construction safety. The rigging collapsed during the storm.
Inspectors checked the rigging for safety compliance. The rigging trial exposed corruption. Rigging practices were uncovered in the audit. The rigging equipment was inspected thoroughly before the climb. They specialized in rigging tools for stage productions.
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- French:truquage, truqué, ...
- German:Manipulation, manipulativ, ...
- Italian:frode, truccato, ...
- Spanish:manipulación, amañado, ...
- Portuguese:manipulação, fraudulento, ...
- Chinese:操纵, 操控的, ...
- Japanese:不正操作, 不正操作の, ...
- Arabic:تلاعب, مُتَلاعَب, ...
- Hebrew:זִיּוּף, מְזוּיָּף, ...
- Russian:фальсификация, манипулятивный, ...
- Ukrainian:фальсифікація, фальсифікаційний, ...
- Hindi:धांधली, धोखाधड़ीपूर्ण, ...
Definition of rig - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
setupset up equipment in a particular way
- They rigged the stage for the concert tonight..
2.
- They rigged a shelter from branches.
3.
fraudmanipulate something dishonestly for personal gain
- He rigged the election to win.
4.
- She rigged him as a pirate for the party.
5.
maritimeTECH. equip a ship with sails and riggingTECH.
- They rigged the ship for the long voyage.
6.
animationTECH. outfit a model with animation controlsTECH.
- The animator rigged the character for the scene.
Noun
1.
equipmentTECH. apparatus for drilling wellsTECH.
- The oil rig was visible from the shore.
2.
industryTECH. US large structure for extracting oil or gasTECH. US
- The offshore rig was a marvel of engineering.
3.
maritimeTECH. the rigging of a sailing ship or craftTECH.
- The ship's rig was damaged in the storm.
4.
- The rig delivered goods across the country.
5.
toolsspecial equipment or gear for a purpose
- He set up his fishing rig by the lake.
6.
- He communicated using his rig during the trip.
7.
- The rig was uncovered by the investigators.
8.
animationTECH. model with controls for animationTECH.
- The animator adjusted the rig for smoother motion.
9.
carriageDated UK vehicle drawn by horsesDated UK
- The old rig was displayed at the museum.
Images of rig

apparatus for drilling wells 
large structure for extracting oil or gas 
the rigging of a sailing ship or craft 
large truck like a semi-trailer 
vehicle drawn by horses
Expressions with rig
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assemble something quickly using available materials
They rigged up a shelter using branches and leaves.
manipulate rules or processes for unfair advantage
They rig the system to win the election.
manipulate the voting process to achieve a desired outcome
They tried to rig a vote to win the election.
manipulate a game to ensure a desired outcome
They tried to rig the game to make sure their team won.
manipulate market conditions for unfair advantage
They were accused of trying to rig the market.
equipment used for catching fish
He prepared his fishing rig before heading to the lake.
dishonestly arrange election results for a desired outcome
They tried to rig the elections to stay in power.
dishonestly manipulate the outcome of a voting process
They tried to rig the vote to win the election.
truck with a tractor and trailer
The trucking rig delivered goods across the country.
wearing all the correct or formal clothes or equipment
The soldiers stood in full rig for inspection.
set up equipment or arrangements on a flat surface
They rig the deck before the concert starts.
large truck used for long-haul transport
The big rig traveled across the country in three days.
fix temporarily in a haphazard way
She jerry-rigged the leaky pipe with a plastic bag.
assemble or repair something quickly and temporarily
They had to jury-rig the broken fence to keep the animals in.
equipment used for drilling holes in the ground
The drill rig was set up at the construction site.
special equipment built to test parts, machines or systems under controlled conditions
The engineers used a test rig to simulate years of heavy use.
structure for drilling wells for oil or gas
The drilling rig was set up in the desert.
structure for extracting oil or gas at sea
The offshore rig was visible from the coastline.
structure for drilling oil or gas wells
The oil rig was set up offshore for drilling.
fore-and-aft rig with a tall, pointed mainsail
He admired the Bermuda rig's sleek design.
sailing rig with a single sail on an un-stayed mast
The small boat was equipped with a cat rig, ideal for solo sailing.
sailing rig with sails set lengthwise along the line of the keel
The small sloop was equipped with a fore-and-aft rig, ideal for solo sailing.
sailing rig with a sail supported by a gaff
The old schooner had a beautiful gaff rig.
sailboat rig with a sliding spar
The small dinghy was equipped with a gunter rig.
Origin of rig
Old Norse, rigg (backbone)
Examples of rig in a sentence
The crew rigged the sails before departure. They rigged a quick fix for the broken pipe. The team rigged a temporary stage for the event. They rigged the contest to ensure their team won. The company rigged the bidding process to secure the contract. They rigged the children as superheroes for the play.
The stylist rigged her in a vintage outfit for the photoshoot. The crew rigged the vessel before dawn. He learned to rig the boat during his training. She learned to rig the model for the game. They rigged the puppet for the animation project. The crew assembled the rig in record time. A new rig was purchased for the offshore project. The rig was visible from miles away. They built a new rig in record time. The crew inspected the rig before setting sail. A new rig was installed on the old vessel. The rig parked at the rest stop for the night. Drivers must be cautious when passing a rig on the highway. The climbing rig was essential for the expedition. She inspected the rig before the diving session. The rig was essential for their cross-country communication. She adjusted the rig to get a clearer signal. They fell victim to a financial rig. The rig was cleverly disguised as a legitimate business. She created a complex rig for the character's face. The rig allowed for realistic character movements. The rig was parked outside the old barn. They rode the rig through the countryside.
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- French:installer, appareil de forage, ...
- German:aufbauen, Bohrgerät, ...
- Italian:preparare, piattaforma petrolifera, ...
- Spanish:instalar, torre de perforación, ...
- Portuguese:montar, sonda, ...
- Chinese:布置, 钻机, ...
- Japanese:設置する, 掘削装置, ...
- Arabic:جَهَّزَ, مِنَصَّة حَفْر, ...
- Hebrew:לְהַתְקִין, מִתְקָן קִדּוּחַ, ...
- Russian:установить, буровая установка, ...
- Ukrainian:встановлювати, бурова установка, ...
- Hindi:उपकरण जमाना, रिग, ...
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