RIG

rig

Noun

  1. The rigging of a sailing ship or other such craft.
  2. Special equipment or gear used for a particular purpose.
  3. A large truck such as a semi-tractor.
  4. The special apparatus used for drilling wells.
  5. A costume or an outfit.
  6. A computer case, often modified for looks.
  7. An imperfectly castrated horse, sheep etc.
  8. Radio equipment, especially a citizen's band transceiver.

Noun (etymology 2)

  1. A ridge.

Noun (etymology 3)

  1. A wanton; one given to unbecoming conduct.
  2. A sportive or unbecoming trick; a frolic.
  3. A blast of wind.

Verb

  1. To fit out with a harness or other equipment.
  2. To equip and fit a ship with sails, shrouds, and yards.
  3. To dress or clothe in some costume.
  4. To make or construct something in haste or in a makeshift manner.
  5. To manipulate something dishonestly for personal gain or discriminatory purposes.
  6. To play the wanton; to act in an unbecoming manner; to play tricks.


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