rigger
Americannoun
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a person who rigs.
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a person whose occupation is the fitting of the rigging of ships.
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a person who works with hoisting tackle, cranes, scaffolding, etc.
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a protective structure around a construction site.
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Aeronautics.
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a mechanic skilled in the assembly, adjustment, and alignment of aircraft control surfaces, wings, and the like.
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noun
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a workman who rigs vessels, etc
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rowing a bracket on a racing shell or other boat to support a projecting rowlock
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a person skilled in the use of pulleys, lifting gear, cranes, etc
Etymology
Origin of rigger
Example Sentences
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“Sean is new,” said Darren Rigger, a Democratic State Committee member from Westchester County.
From New York Times • Oct. 26, 2022
“Unfortunately, I don’t think the Taiwanese government is in a position to speak frankly with U.S. officials,” Rigger continued.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 30, 2022
In a talk this week with journalists, political scientist Shelley Rigger said while the situation seemed more intense, it was more likely being used as a deterrent.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 12, 2021
His 30-year Navy career spanned the Spanish-American War, the Boxer Rebellion and World War I. After retiring from the Navy in 1925, he worked as a Master Rigger at the Puget Sound Naval Yard.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 28, 2020
Rigger Tony Sinnett, 34, watched in horror from a rescue craft after his escape.
From Time Magazine Archive
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