rig
名詞
定義 rig 名詞
structure
- Countable
A large structure used for extracting oil or gas from the ground or the seabed.
Safety measures on the drilling platform are in place to manage potential fires and minor explosions.
They installed a new rig at sea to increase production.
This rig can process a large volume of crude oil daily.
vehicle
- Countable
A truck composed of two or more articulated sections, which allows the vehicle to maneuver corners more easily.
This rig is transporting heavy equipment on the highway.
The company operates a fleet of rigs for long-distance transport.
Drivers must be skilled in handling rigs, especially on narrow streets.
動詞
定義 rig 動詞
manipulate
- Transitive
To manipulate or control something, like an election, by using dishonest methods to achieve a desired outcome.
They were accused of rigging the vote to ensure their party's victory.
The game was rigged to ensure that the most popular team won.
There were rumors that the results of that competition were rigged.
install
- Transitive
To install or set up a piece of equipment or device in place.
They quickly rigged up a makeshift shelter using old canvas.
The explorers rigged additional lighting on their boat.
The scientists rigged a sophisticated instrument for their experiment.
成語
- rig the market
To manipulate the price of stocks or shares to artificially increase or decrease their value for personal gain.
• It is alleged that the company's executives rigged the market to profit from the trades.
片語動詞 rig
- rig something up
to hastily construct a device or setup using available materials
• He rigged up a makeshift desk at home using old furniture.
- rig someone out
to dress someone in specific attire
• She rigged him out in vintage attire for the party.