rigged; rigging
rigged; rigging
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
Synonyms
Examples of rig in a Sentence
Verb (1)
carefully rigged each diver with the required equipment before starting out
Noun
He drives a big rig.
the rig of a schooner
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Beatrice Verhoeven, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Jan. 2025
The game is a cost-effective way to immerse players in the NASCAR world without the need for expensive racing experiences or simulator rigs.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
Some still believe that the 2020 election was rigged and in effect stolen from Donald Trump.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Different modes allow the operator to alter the physical feel of the rig.
—Beatrice Verhoeven, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Jan. 2025
The game is a cost-effective way to immerse players in the NASCAR world without the need for expensive racing experiences or simulator rigs.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
Verb
All allegations that the 2024 election was rigged are speculative, and there are no investigations examining the claims.
—John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
Some still believe that the 2020 election was rigged and in effect stolen from Donald Trump.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2025
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“Rig.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rig. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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rig
1 of 3 verb
rigged; rigging
1
: to fit out (as a ship) with rigging
2
: clothe sense 1a, dress
—usually used with out
rigger
noun
rig
2 of 3 noun1
: the shape, number, and arrangement of sails and masts of a ship that sets it apart from ships of other types
the rig of a schooner
2
: equipage sense 2
especially
: a carriage with its horse
3
4
: tackle, equipment, or machinery fitted for a certain purpose
an oil-drilling rig
rig
3 of 3 verb
rigged; rigging
: to fix in advance so that the outcome will be known
rig an election
Etymology
Verb
Middle English riggen "to fit out a ship with rigging"
Verb
from earlier rig (noun) "a cheating trick," of unknown origin
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