outrigger

out·rig·ger

noun \ˈau̇t-ˌri-gər\

Definition of OUTRIGGER

1

a : a projection with a float or a shaped log at the end attached to a boat to prevent capsizing b : a spar or projecting beam run out from a ship's side to help secure the masts or from a mast to extend a rope or sail

2

: a boat equipped with an outrigger

3

: a projecting member run out from a main structure to provide additional stability or to support something; especially : a projecting frame to support the elevator or tailplanes of an airplane or the rotor of a helicopter

Illustration of OUTRIGGER

First Known Use of OUTRIGGER

1742

Rhymes with OUTRIGGER

ditchdigger, gold digger, hair trigger, rejigger, reneger, square-rigger