n. The system of ropes, chains, and tackle used to support and control the masts, sails, and yards of a ship
n. Similar supporting material for construction work
v. Present participle of rig.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. Dress; tackle; especially (Naut.), the ropes, chains, etc., that support the masts and spars of a vessel, and serve as purchases for adjusting the sails, etc. See Illustr. of ship and sails.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. A ridge, as of a house; also, a roof.
n. The ropes, chains, etc., which are employed to support and work all masts, yards, sails, etc., in a ship; tackle.
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n. formation of masts, spars, sails, etc., on a vessel
n. gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails
Word Usage
"I have collected them and will begin rigging a trap for Dr. Alfieri and his colleagues."