rig
rig Lexical Profile
rig Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A complex structure, apparatus, or set of machinery designed for a specific industrial purpose, such as extracting oil or gas.
"The engineers spent months designing the new offshore drilling rig to withstand extreme weather conditions."
American A large commercial motor vehicle, particularly a semi-truck consisting of a tractor unit and an articulated trailer.
"The highway was backed up for miles after a heavy rig jackknifed across the icy lanes."
A customized arrangement of computer hardware, typically assembled by an enthusiast for high-performance gaming or intensive processing tasks.
"He spent all his savings building a custom gaming rig with the latest graphics card and liquid cooling."
• verb
To fraudulently manipulate or fix a system, process, or outcome in order to guarantee a desired result (especially an election or competition).
"International observers presented evidence that the incumbent administration had rigged the election."
To set up, prepare, or connect a device, apparatus, or explosive charge for operation.
"The demolition team successfully rigged the abandoned factory for a controlled implosion."
To outfit or equip a ship or boat with masts, sails, and necessary ropes or tackle.
"The crew worked quickly to rig the schooner before the incoming tide."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Late 15th century (as a verb meaning 'to fit with tackle'): perhaps of Scandinavian origin; compare with Norwegian 'rigga' meaning 'to bind or wrap up'.
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