Assemble
Rig
Rig verb - To provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity.
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Synonyms for Rig
Nearby Word: rigging
Common collocations
Both words in one sentence
- For example the words "rig" or "rigging" (in the nautical sense) is often used as a synonym for "create" or "assemble", but only in coastal areas: "I need a rigging to get on that roof" may work fine in Portland, Maine but might get you a blank stare in Rutland, Vermont.
Source: Useful Notes / American Accents -
Suddenly Always Knew That: As Johnny calls out for various parts that he needs to assemble a VR rig, Jane, who doesn't have any established familiarity with cyberspace navigation or VR computer equipment, is able to find and gather these products from around a storage room with ease and efficiency.
Source: Film / Johnny Mnemonic -
Avengers Assemble: Once Stamper gets the exposition, he says he's only the world's best driller because he has assembled the world's best drilling team; ergo, he needs his six best men (along with five other sacrificial lambs) — but "once they get off the rig, they scatter." Cue The Beatles.
Source: Film / Armageddon
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