rig

  1. Noun.  (slang, nautical) The rigging of a sailing ship or other such craft.
  2. Noun.  Special equipment or gear used for a particular purpose.
  3. Noun.  (US) A large truck such as a semi-tractor.
  4. Noun.  The special apparatus used for drilling wells.
  5. Noun.  (informal) A costume or an outfit.
  6. Noun.  (slang, computing) Computer case, often modified for looks.
  7. Noun.  An imperfectly castrated horse, sheep etc.
  8. Noun.  (slang) A Citizens' band radio.
  9. Verb.  (transitive) To fit out with a harness or other equipment.
  10. Verb.  (transitive) (nautical) To equip and fit a ship with sails, shrouds, and yards.
  11. Verb.  (transitive) (informal) To dress or clothe in some costume.
  12. Verb.  (transitive) To make or construct something in haste or in a makeshift manner.
  13. Verb.  (transitive) To manipulate something dishonestly for personal gain or discriminatory purposes.

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