jackass rig

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noun Nautical.

a rig of sails not conforming to a recognized type.

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Origin of jackass rig

First recorded in 1880–85

A tugboat improbably sits high on the bank, obscured by tall grass, a broken oil rig hangs over the water nearby.
The Congo's Forgotten Colonial Getaway|Nina Strochlic|December 18, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Blue Book on this rig is about $750,000, and we got it for nothing.
Why Does My Kids’ Elementary School Need a Tank?|Andy Hinds|September 13, 2014|DAILY BEAST
The son walked alongside the fire rig that bore the flag-covered coffin.
The Flying New York Fireman Who Shined on 9/11|Michael Daly|September 11, 2014|DAILY BEAST
A bottle of the Martinelli Jackass Hill 2010 Zinfandel costs about $100—if you can find it.
Napa’s Earthquake Is Not The Only Thing Shaking The Vineyards|Clive Irving|August 31, 2014|DAILY BEAST

And those who take issue with the ice bucket challenge have found an unexpected spokesperson in Jackass alum Steve-O.
#IceBucketChallenge Wisdom From 'Jackass' Steve-O|Kevin Zawacki|August 21, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Eve looked very pretty in her skating rig, and she was a splendid skater, too.
The Girls of Central High on the Stage|Gertrude W. Morrison
Smith: No, my lud—ve're the rig'lar chimbly sveeps vot sveeps his ludship's chimblys.
The Book of Anecdotes and Budget of Fun;|Various
The rig drew up with a rush in front of the gate, and the two officers dropped out.
Motor Matt's "Century" Run|Stanley R. Matthews
Instead of using the doctor's rig for the return to town, the officers appropriated the red roadster.
Motor Matt's "Century" Run|Stanley R. Matthews
She hired a rig of a livery-stable keeper, who said he could not possibly take her beyond the Indian agency.
Mystery Ranch|Arthur Chapman