Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rig

verb, noun
/rɪɡ/
Definition
To set up or prepare equipment or a structure for a specific purpose.
Examples
  • They need to rig the sails properly before sailing.
  • The engineers will rig the machinery for the new project.
  • He used a rig to stabilize the camera during the shoot.
Meaning
In a more general sense, ‘rig’ can refer to manipulating or arranging something in a particular way.
Synonyms
  • manipulate
  • setup
  • configure
  • assemble