Definitions
n. a large structure or machine used for drilling
钻井设备；钻井平台
v. to dishonestly arrange a process to obtain a desired result
操纵；作弊
v. to fit equipment into place for use
装配；安装
Example
We could see an oil rig from the beach.
我们从海滩上能看到一座石油钻井平台。
Independent observers can help prevent powerful groups from attempting to rig elections in their favour.
独立观察员有助于防止强势团体试图操纵选举，使结果对自己有利。
Collocations
- an oil rig
- a drilling rig
- rig an election
- rig up equipment
Word family
- rigging (n.)
- rigged (adj.)
Usage tip
rig作动词既可指装配，也可指作弊操纵；注意语境。
FAQ
- What does rig mean?
- a large structure or machine used for drilling to dishonestly arrange a process to obtain a desired result to fit equipment into place for use
- How is rig pronounced?
- UK /rɪɡ/, US /rɪɡ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
