rigging
ˈrɪɡɪŋ
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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..
falsification manipulation tampering
2.
maritimeTECH.ropes and chains supporting ship's masts and sailsTECH.
  • The sailors checked the rigging before setting sail.
equipment gear tackle
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.
framework scaffolding support

Adjective

1.
deceptioncharacterized by manipulation or deceit
  • The rigging election scandal shocked the nation.
deceptive fraudulent manipulative
2.
equipmentRarerelated to setting up equipment or gearRare
  • The rigging setup was completed in record time.
assembly installation setup
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Images of rigging

  • rigging: ropes and chains supporting ship's masts and sails
    ropes and chains supporting ship's masts and sails
  • rigging: equipment for lifting or moving heavy objects
    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
rign.
maritime
the rigging of a sailing ship or craft
riggedadj.
maritime
equipped with sails and necessary rigging
aloftadv.
maritime
in the rigging of a vessel
rigv.
maritime
equip a ship with sails and rigging
maritime
take up slack in rigging by hauling
maritime
equipped with all necessary sails and rigging

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.

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  1. French:truquage, truqué, ...
  2. German:Manipulation, manipulativ, ...
  3. Italian:frode, truccato, ...
  4. Spanish:manipulación, amañado, ...
  5. Portuguese:manipulação, fraudulento, ...
  6. Chinese:操纵, 操控的, ...
  7. Japanese:不正操作, 不正操作の, ...
  8. Arabic:تلاعب, مُتَلاعَب, ...
  9. Hebrew:זִיּוּף, מְזוּיָּף, ...
  10. Russian:фальсификация, манипулятивный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:фальсифікація, фальсифікаційний, ...
  12. Hindi:धांधली, धोखाधड़ीपूर्ण, ...
rig
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Definition of rig - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

tr.
1.
setupset up equipment in a particular way
  • They rigged the stage for the concert tonight..
assemble install
2.
makeshiftconstruct something quickly or temporarily
  • They rigged a shelter from branches.
cobble improvise jury-rig
3.
fraudmanipulate something dishonestly for personal gain
  • He rigged the election to win.
falsify manipulate tamper

Noun

1.
equipmentTECH.apparatus for drilling wellsTECH.
  • The oil rig was visible from the shore.
drill rig
2.
industryTECH.USlarge structure for extracting oil or gasTECH.US
  • The offshore rig was a marvel of engineering.
derrick drilling rig oil platform
3.
maritimeTECH.the rigging of a sailing ship or craftTECH.
  • The ship's rig was damaged in the storm.
apparatus equipment gear
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Images of rig

  • rig: apparatus for drilling wells
    apparatus for drilling wells
  • rig: large structure for extracting oil or gas
    large structure for extracting oil or gas
  • rig: the rigging of a sailing ship or craft
    the rigging of a sailing ship or craft
  • rig: large truck like a semi-trailer
    large truck like a semi-trailer
  • rig: vehicle drawn by horses
    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.

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.

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  1. French:installer, appareil de forage, ...
  2. German:aufbauen, Bohrgerät, ...
  3. Italian:preparare, piattaforma petrolifera, ...
  4. Spanish:instalar, torre de perforación, ...
  5. Portuguese:montar, sonda, ...
  6. Chinese:布置, 钻机, ...
  7. Japanese:設置する, 掘削装置, ...
  8. Arabic:جَهَّزَ, مِنَصَّة حَفْر, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְהַתְקִין, מִתְקָן קִדּוּחַ, ...
  10. Russian:установить, буровая установка, ...
  11. Ukrainian:встановлювати, бурова установка, ...
  12. Hindi:उपकरण जमाना, रिग, ...
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