The meaning of RIGGED is manipulated or controlled by deceptive or dishonest means. How to use rigged in a sentence.

Define rigged. rigged synonyms, rigged pronunciation, rigged translation, English dictionary definition of rigged. tr.v. rigged , rig·ging , rigs 1. To provide with a harness or equipment; fit out.

Factsheet What does the adjective rigged mean? There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective rigged. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

When something is rigged, it's fully equipped and ready to go. You'll usually find this adjective describing a sailboat or ship with masts and sails.

Dec 23, 2025 · (nautical, typically not comparable) Having the rigging up. We were ready to embark upon our journey now the vessel was rigged.

(for a competition) Pre-arranged and fixed so that the winner is decided before the competition. There was a vicious rumour that the final was rigged, as the defense seemed useless.

We rigged up a tent between two trees. The sailors rigged the ship with new sails.

rigged definition: set up or arranged dishonestly for a desired outcome. Check meanings, examples, usage tips, pronunciation, domains, and related words. Discover expressions like "rigged game", …

We rigged up a tent between two trees. The sailors rigged the ship with new sails.

Running backstays Bermuda rigged sloop at Convict Bay, Bermuda, circa 1879 Standing rigging on a square-rigged vessel. Running rigging on a sailing yacht: 1. Main sheet 2. Jib sheet 3. Boom vang 4. …