rigger
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ər 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.
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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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Example sentences
Unfortunately, the rigger was standing inside the swing radius created by the movement of the counterweight.
With the returning officers on his side, the rigger's job is mostly complete.
Communication between a rigger and a crane operator is critical to the safety of all shipyard workers.
One rigger may be used invariably as mandated by the schedule.
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