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rig·ger
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noun
1.
a person who rigs.
2.
a person whose occupation is the fitting of the rigging of ships.
3.
a person who works with hoisting tackle, cranes, scaffolding, etc.
4.
a protective structure around a construction site.
5.
Aeronautics
.
a.
a mechanic skilled in the assembly, adjustment, and alignment of aircraft
control
surfaces, wings, and the like.
b.
parachute rigger.
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rigger
(ˈrɪɡə)
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n
1.
a workman who rigs vessels, etc
2.
rowing
a bracket on a racing shell or other boat to support a projecting rowlock
3.
a person skilled in the use of pulleys, lifting gear, cranes, etc
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