Meaning of the word rigs in English
What does rigs mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
rigs
US /rɪɡz/
UK /rɪɡz/
Noun
1.
equipment or machinery used for a particular purpose, especially for drilling for oil or gas
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The company operates several oil rigs in the North Sea.
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They are building new drilling rigs for exploration.
2.
a computer system, especially one used for gaming or cryptocurrency mining
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He spent a lot of money building his new gaming rig.
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The cryptocurrency mining rigs consume a lot of electricity.
Verb
to manipulate or control something unfairly or fraudulently
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The election was allegedly rigged by the ruling party.
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He tried to rig the game in his favor.