rig down

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Definitions of rig down words

verb with object rig down Chiefly Nautical. to put in proper order for working or use. to fit (a ship, mast, etc.) with the necessary shrouds, stays, etc. to fit (shrouds, stays, sails, etc.) to the mast, yard, or the like. 1
verb with object rig down to furnish or provide with equipment, clothing, etc.; fit (usually followed by out or up). 1
verb with object rig down to assemble, install, or prepare (often followed by up). 1
verb with object rig down to manipulate fraudulently: to rig prices. 1
noun rig down the arrangement of the masts, spars, sails, etc., on a boat or ship. 1
noun rig down apparatus for some purpose; equipment; outfit; gear: a hi-fi rig; Bring your rod and reel and all the rest of your fishing rig. 1

before 1480

One of the 25% oldest English words

1480-90; 1930-35 for def 4; probably < Scandinavian; compare Norwegian, Swedish rigg (noun), rigga (v.)

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 96% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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