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rigged

The correct spelling is rigged.

How to pronounce rigged

verb

IPA: /ɹɪɡd/

Say it like: Rig-jed

The correct spelling is rigged. To fit out with a harness or other equipment. For example: "rig up a makeshift shelter"

Usage Examples

rig up a makeshift shelter

to rig an election

There was a vicious rumour that the final was rigged, as the defense seemed useless.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To fit out with a harness or other equipment.
  2. 2.To equip and fit (a ship) with sails, shrouds, and yards.
  3. 3.To dress or clothe in some costume.
  4. 4.To make or construct something in haste or in a makeshift manner.
  5. 5.To manipulate something dishonestly for personal gain or discriminatory purposes.

adjective

  1. 1.(for a trial, election, or competition) Pre-arranged and fixed so that the winner or outcome is decided in advance.
  2. 2.(typically not comparable) Having the rigging up.

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