rigging

• Nom désignant l'ensemble des cordages, câbles et chaînes servant à soutenir et manœuvrer les mâts, vergues et voiles d'un navire, ainsi que l'action d'équiper un navire ou de truquer une élection, un match, etc.

A noun referring to the system of ropes, cables, and chains used to support and control a ship's masts, spars, and sails.

indénombrable

1. Ship's ropes and cablesB2formal

   The system of ropes, chains, and tackle used to support and control the masts, sails, and yards of a sailing vessel.

   gréement

   • The crew inspected the rigging before setting sail.
   • Strong winds damaged the ship's rigging.
   • He climbed the rigging to adjust the sails.

   Synonymescordagegeartackle

2. Masts and spars arrangementB2formal

   The arrangement of masts, spars, and sails on a sailing vessel, defining its type and configuration.

   gréement

   • The schooner has a fore-and-aft rigging.
   • The ship's rigging was typical of 18th-century vessels.
   • Different rigging types affect a ship's speed and maneuverability.

   Synonymesrig

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de manipuler ou contrôler quelque chose de manière déloyale, ainsi que l'action d'installer ou d'équiper quelque chose (par exemple, un navire ou un équipement).

A verb used to indicate the act of manipulating or controlling something dishonestly, or setting up and equipping something (e.g., a ship or equipment).

1. Manipulate dishonestlyB2informal

   To arrange or influence the outcome of something in a fraudulent or dishonest way.

   truquer, manipuler frauduleusement

   • The election was rigged in favor of the incumbent.
   • They tried to rig the game by bribing the referee.
   • The company was accused of rigging the bidding process.

   Synonymesfiddlefixgerrymandermanipulatestack

2. Equip with sails or mastsB2formal

   To fit a ship or boat with the necessary sails, masts, and rigging.

   Gréer un navire

   • The crew spent the morning rigging the schooner.
   • They rigged the boat with new sails for the race.
   • The old ship was rigged as a brigantine.

   Synonymesequipfit outfurnishoutfit

3. Connect or secureB2formal

   To connect or fasten something, often using ropes or cables.

   Grée (connecter ou fixer)

   • They rigged a temporary shelter using tarps and poles.
   • The climbers rigged a safety line across the crevasse.
   • He rigged the antenna to the roof of the house.

   Synonymesattachfastenlashsecuretie

   Antonymesdetachloosenreleaseunfastenuntie

Variantes phrasalrig outrig up