1. equipment or machinery used for a specific purpose
2. a large truck, especially one used to pull trailers
Usage: informal
3. the arrangement of sails and masts on a ship
Usage: nautical

1. to set up or assemble equipment
2. to manipulate dishonestly for personal advantage

Examples

• The oil drilling rig towered over the landscape.
• He drove his rig across the country delivering goods.
• The sailing ship had a traditional square rig.
• They need to rig the sound system before the concert.
• The election was rigged in favor of the incumbent.
• She rigged up a temporary shelter using tarps and rope.
• The fishing rig included hooks, weights, and line.
• Investigators found evidence that someone tried to rig the results.