running rigging

ˈrʌnɪŋ ˈrɪɡɪŋ

Definition

Definition of running rigging - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

nautical ropes

TECH.

ropes used for adjusting sails on a ship

TECH.

The crew adjusted the running rigging during the storm.
They inspected the running rigging for wear and tear.
Proper maintenance of the running rigging is crucial.

sheets

Add a suggestion |

Feedback:

Images of running rigging

ropes used for adjusting sails on a ship

Expressions with running

running joke

joke continuing throughout a story

The running joke in the series is the character's inability to cook.

drug running

part of the illegal drug trade

Drug running is a major issue in the city.

running fight

fight that continues over distance or time

The two armies were engaged in a running fight across the desert.

running gag

joke repeated in a story, often becoming funnier each time

The running gag made everyone laugh more each time.

nose is running

produce mucus that flows from the nose due to illness or allergies

My nose is running because of the cold weather.

blood is running cold

exp.

feel very scared or shocked suddenly

When she heard the noise, her blood was running cold.

Expressions with rigging

ballot rigging

illegal changing of election results by altering votes

The investigation uncovered widespread ballot rigging in the election.

vote rigging

illegal manipulation of election results

The investigation uncovered widespread vote rigging in the elections.

bid-rigging

illegal manipulation of bids to predetermine a winner

The company was fined for bid-rigging in government contracts.

rigging loft

place where stage equipment is stored

The crew went to the rigging loft to get the ropes.

standing rigging

fixed ropes or wires supporting masts and spars on ships

The standing rigging must be inspected regularly to ensure the ship's safety..

View all translations of running rigging

✨Click below to see the appropriate translations facing each meaning.

French:gréement courant, ...
German:Segelseile, ...
Italian:manovre correnti, ...
Spanish:aparejo de labor, ...
Portuguese:cordas de manobra, ...
Chinese:活动索具, ...
Japanese:帆走用具, ...
Arabic:الحِبَالُ المُتَحَرِّكَةُ, ...
Hebrew:חֲבָלֵי תַּפְעוּלָה, ...
Russian:бегучий такелаж, ...
Ukrainian:бігучий такелаж, ...
Hindi:चलने वाली रस्सियाँ, ...
Bengali:নটিক্যাল দড়ি, ...
Catalan:cordam, ...
Czech:běžné lanoví, ...
Danish:sejltov, ...
Dutch:lopende tuigage, ...
Greek:σχοινιά πανιών, ...
Hungarian:futókötélzet, ...
Khmer:ខ្សែពួរលើនាវាសម្រាប់កែសម្រួលកប៉ាល់, ...
Korean:조정 밧줄, ...
Persian:طناب‌های بادبان, ...
Polish:takielunek ruchomy, ...
Portuguese (BR):cordame móvel, ...
Romanian:parâme mobile, ...
Swedish:segeltampar, ...
Thai:เชือกเดินเรือ, ...
Turkish:koşum halatları, ...
Vietnamese:dây chạy, ...

Discover how Reverso redefines the dictionary

Go beyond “simple words”

100,000 expressions & idioms Understand any expression you come across: from corporate jargon like 💬 touch base or ↩️ circle back to everyday expressions such as 🌊 out of the blue or 🦆 lame duck, as well as idioms like 🍲 spill the beans and 🐎 hold your horses.

40,000 images When you search for a concrete noun or object, images help you grasp the meaning at a glance. Try searching for 🧵 puppytooth, 🎠 merry-go-round, ⚜️ fleur-de-lys, or 💤 bunk bed.

Informal language & slang Everyday conversations are packed with informal expressions and slang. Meanings are clearly tagged, so you'll always know when a word is casual. Look up hangry (😋 hungry + 😡 angry), 😎 rizz, 🕹️ noob, or 🔑 low-key.

Abbreviations & acronyms Quickly decode modern abbreviations and acronyms. Go from IDK to OMG in seconds and stay up to date with popular abbreviations such as 🐐 GOAT, 📜 tl;dr, 👀 POV, or 🖥️ AFK.

Regional usage (US / UK) Reverso highlights regional differences between American and British English. You’ll never have to wonder where a word is commonly used: try lift vs. elevator, courgette vs. zucchini, or popular British slang like dodgy or banter. What’s more, when you search for 'color', you’ll immediately see its British counterpart, 'colour'.

Get more than a simple definition

Translations for each meaning View translations alongside each meaning to see how a word is translated in each context. Simply toggle translations ON and choose among 25+ languages. You can also display the translation of definitions or examples into your native language to deepen your understanding.

Synonyms & related words by meaning View synonyms and related words for each meaning, not just for the word as a whole. This helps you choose the most accurate word for your context. Click the

icon to discover related terms: analogies, antonyms, common collocates, words with same roots, umbrella terms… Try with happening or hunch.

Multiple examples for every meaning Each meaning comes with three real-life examples to show you how the word is used in different contexts. Click the

icon next to the first example to see two additional options and learn to use new vocabulary naturally.

Go from understanding to mastery

Save words for later review Click the

icon to save words you want to revisit. You can also save a specific meaning by clicking on the

icon next to it. For example, you might want to save the word “table” as a verb, which means “to postpone”.

Practice with personalized flashcards Reverso automatically transforms your searches and saved words into personalized flashcards and quizzes, featuring high-quality audio and usage examples. This helps you transform terms you only recognize into words you actually use confidently.

Learn with Netflix, YouTube, and your favorite texts With Reverso Chrome extension, transform movies, TV shows, articles, or song lyrics into an interactive lesson. Look up words and expressions in one click on any website and learn with your favorite content.