Definition of Rig

1. Noun. Gear (including necessary machinery) for a particular enterprise.

Specialized synonyms: Drill Rig, Drilling Rig, Oil Rig, Oilrig
Generic synonyms: Appurtenance, Gear, Paraphernalia

2. Verb. Arrange the outcome of by means of deceit. "Rig an election"
Exact synonyms: Set Up
Generic synonyms: Cheat, Chisel

3. Noun. A truck consisting of a tractor and trailer together.
Exact synonyms: Articulated Lorry, Semi, Tractor Trailer, Trailer Truck, Trucking Rig
Terms within: Semi, Semitrailer, Trailer
Specialized synonyms: Tandem Trailer
Generic synonyms: Motortruck, Truck

4. Verb. Manipulate in a fraudulent manner. "Rig prices"
Exact synonyms: Manipulate
Generic synonyms: Price

5. Noun. Formation of masts, spars, sails, etc., on a vessel.
Exact synonyms: Rigging
Specialized synonyms: Bermuda Rig, Bermudan Rig, Bermudian Rig, Marconi Rig, Cat Rig, Fore-and-aft Rig, Lateen-rig
Generic synonyms: Formation

6. Verb. Connect or secure to. "They rigged the bomb to the ignition"
Generic synonyms: Fasten, Fix, Secure

7. Noun. A set of clothing (with accessories). "His getup was exceedingly elegant"
Exact synonyms: Getup, Outfit, Turnout
Generic synonyms: Attire, Dress, Garb
Specialized synonyms: Bib-and-tucker, Ensemble, Playsuit, Trousseau
Derivative terms: Get Up, Outfit, Turn Out

8. Verb. Equip with sails or masts. "Rig a ship"
Exact synonyms: Set, Set Up
Generic synonyms: Equip, Fit, Fit Out, Outfit
Derivative terms: Rigger, Rigging, Rigging

9. Noun. Gear used in fishing.

10. Noun. A vehicle with wheels drawn by one or more horses.

11. Noun. The act of swindling by some fraudulent scheme. "That book is a fraud"

Definition of Rig

1. n. A ridge.

2. v. t. To furnish with apparatus or gear; to fit with tackling.

3. n. The peculiar fitting in shape, number, and arrangement of sails and masts, by which different types of vessels are distinguished; as, schooner rig, ship rig, etc. See Illustration in Appendix.

4. n. A romp; a wanton; one given to unbecoming conduct.

5. v. i. To play the wanton; to act in an unbecoming manner; to play tricks.

6. v. t. To make free with; hence, to steal; to pilfer.

Definition of Rig

1. Noun. (slang nautical) The rigging of a sailing ship or other such craft. ¹

2. Noun. Special equipment or gear used for a particular purpose. ¹

3. Noun. (American English) A large truck such as a semi-tractor. ¹

4. Noun. The special apparatus used for drilling wells. ¹

5. Noun. (informal) A costume or an outfit. ¹

6. Noun. (slang computing) Computer case, often modified for looks. ¹

7. Noun. An imperfectly castrated horse, sheep etc. ¹

8. Noun. (slang) A Citizens' band radio. ¹

9. Verb. (transitive) To fit out with a harness or other equipment. ¹

10. Verb. (transitive) (nautical) To equip and fit a ship with sails, shrouds, and yards. ¹

11. Verb. (transitive) (informal) To dress or clothe in some costume. ¹

12. Verb. (transitive) To make or construct something in haste or in a makeshift manner. ¹

13. Verb. (transitive) To manipulate something dishonestly for personal gain or discriminatory purposes. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Rig

1. to put in proper condition for use [v RIGGED, RIGGING, RIGS]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Rig

rifs
rift
rift valley
rift valley fever
rift valley fever virus
rifte
rifted
rifter
rifters
riftier
riftiest
rifting
riftless
rifts
rifty
rig (current term)
rig out
rig pig
rig pigs
rig up
riga fir
rigadoon
rigadoons
rigamarole
rigamaroles
rigation
rigatoni
rigatonis
rigaudon
rigaudons

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