A piece of clothing that is worn
The ropes, chains, etc., that support the masts and spars of a sailing vessel
Equipment or apparatus that is used for a particular purpose
A thing made or adapted for a particular purpose, especially a piece of mechanical or electronic equipment
Ornamental coverings, typically for an animal such as a horse
Present participle for to set up or outfit with the necessary equipment or configuration
“Mel had pointed the boat into the wind so that Al and Abe could show us how to rig her properly.”
Present participle for to assemble or set up, typically in a makeshift or hasty way
“On the pole, we could quickly rig a makeshift tent with ponchos.”
Present participle for to engineer a certain outcome, typically underhandedly
“Even with his attempt to rig the results, Karzai still did not gain a majority.”
Present participle for to dress or adorn in a particular outfit or style
“Though, to be sure, what is one to expect of an old fellow who will go and rig himself out in silks and embroidery like a dancing-master?”
Present participle for to manipulate (a situation), typically in a way that is unfair or unscrupulous
Present participle for to make more beautiful or attractive by adorning or decorating
Present participle for to equip something with machinery
Present participle for to furnish with, or cause to be present
Present participle for to alter something from its true state, typically to deceive
Present participle for to contrive of (something) using skill or ingenuity
Present participle for to make use of
Present participle for to influence someone (usually dishonestly) in return for money
Present participle for to bias (the odds) towards a particular outcome
Present participle for to produce or bring about
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