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noun

ˈri-giŋ How to pronounce rigging (audio)
Definition of riggingnext
as in clothing
covering for the human body even at the Ivies they dress in the standard rigging of the college student: T-shirt and jeans

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rigging

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verb

present participle of rig
as in equipping
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity carefully rigged each diver with the required equipment before starting out

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Recent Examples of rigging
Noun
In New York, tall ships, with their masts, rigging and white sails outlined against a blue sky, made a procession around the Statue of Liberty and up the Hudson River. — Steven Sloan, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026 In New York, tall ships, with their masts, rigging and white sails outlined against a blue sky, made a procession around the Statue of Liberty and up the Hudson River, recalling the fanfare around America’s 200th anniversary in 1976. — Steven Sloan, Fortune, 5 July 2026
Verb
But that choice belongs to the states — not Trump, whose only interest is in rigging the rules for his party’s benefit. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2026 In Monday’s annual Homeowners Association board election, president Karl de Borbon is running for a ninth consecutive term against opponents who accuse him of rigging last year’s election and a June 8 vote for a swimming pool deck refurbishment project and a bylaw amendment. — Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for rigging
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rigging
  1. clothing
  2. equipping
  3. attire
  4. furnishing
  5. dress
  6. supplying
  7. apparel
Noun
  • On the clothing rack hung a navy winter coat, a black interview suit, one white dress shirt, and a Burberry scarf that Isul’s aunt had sent last Christmas.
    — Min Jin Lee, New Yorker, 19 July 2026
  • In the summer months, the Marché du Cap Ferret is open daily, with wine stands and produce vendors inside the covered hall (Chez Cocotte is a must-visit) and stalls outside sporting jewelry and clothing.
    — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026
Definition of clothing
Verb
  • All told, $875,000 worth of computer hardware loaned by Silicon Graphics, $350,000 worth from Apple and some $500,000 in additional hardware and software went into equipping both the set and off-stage control room.
    — Samuel Axon, ArsTechnica, 15 July 2026
  • Many also skip equipping employees with the training and know-how to confidently incorporate AI into daily workflows.
    — Scott Francis, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of equipping
Noun
  • The next night at the Time 100 Sports gala, Hughes returned to the red carpet in a more traditional suit but explained the reason for his attire at the ESPYs.
    — Ralphie Aversa, USA Today, 17 July 2026
  • Aside from the clutch, Nyong’o accessorized her New York City premiere attire with gold metallic heels by Aldo and jewelry pieces courtesy of Sabyasachi, further accentuating the gold color scheme of her attire.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 July 2026
Definition of attire
Verb
  • In order to conform to swiftly evolving market demand, more landlords are prebuilding and furnishing spaces of from 2,000 to 14,000 square feet in size.
    — Jeffrey Steele, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • Contemporary collectors, private equity executives furnishing country houses, and even artists such as David Hockney and Jeff Koons have all helped broaden interest in the field.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of furnishing
Noun
  • Aniston occasionally wears a mini dress to show off her toned gams, but her preference for maxi styles is undeniable.
    — Samantha Sutton, InStyle, 22 July 2026
  • The dress’ preppy and polished look is primed for all sorts of summer occasions — from casual backyard barbecues to dinners out on vacation.
    — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026
Definition of dress
Verb
  • Machines are synthesizing information, but humans are supplying the proof.
    — Janita Pannu, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • To replace them, Russia is constructing the Leningrad-II nuclear facility at a neighboring site, which will house four VVER-1200 units, with the aim of supplying power till the 2080s, and possibly another two decades with extensions.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026
Definition of supplying
Noun
  • This collaboration aims to transform Janie and Jack into a lifestyle brand focused on creating meaningful family memories and experiences, moving beyond just apparel.
    — Amanda Lauren, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • The sandals were sold in sizes 5T through 12T and have Cat & Jack, Target’s largest children’s apparel and accessories line, printed on the sole and bottom.
    — Adam England, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026
Definition of apparel

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