rig
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verb (2)Definition of rig (Entry 3 of 3)
1 : to manipulate or control usually by deceptive or dishonest means rig an election
2 : to fix in advance for a desired result rig the contest
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Synonyms: Noun
apparel, attire, clothes, clothing, dress, duds, garments, gear, rags, raiment, rigging, threads, toggery, togs, vestments, vesture, wear, wearables, weeds
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The first known use of rig was in the 15th century
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rig
nounEnglish Language Learners Definition of rig
: equipment or machinery that is used for a particular purpose
: a large truck that is attached to a trailer
: the way the sails and masts are arranged on a ship or boat
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Kids Definition of rig
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1 : to build or set up usually quickly and for temporary use We rigged up a shelter of branches.
2 : to provide (as a ship) with rigging
3 : clothe sense 1, dress
4 : to provide with gear The firefighters were rigged out in protective suits.
rig
nounKids Definition of rig (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : the shape, number, and arrangement of sails and masts of a ship that sets it apart from other types of ships
2 : equipment or machinery for a certain purpose an oil-drilling rig
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