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

Example:
The company operates several oil rigs in the North Sea.
They are building new drilling rigs for exploration.
2.

a computer system, especially one used for gaming or cryptocurrency mining

Example:
He spent a lot of money building his new gaming rig.
The cryptocurrency mining rigs consume a lot of electricity.

Verb

to manipulate or control something unfairly or fraudulently

Example:
The election was allegedly rigged by the ruling party.
He tried to rig the game in his favor.