The difference between Rigging and Standing rigging
When used as nouns, rigging means dress, whereas standing rigging means the shrouds and stays of a sailboat.
check bellow for the other definitions of Rigging and Standing rigging
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Rigging as a noun (nautical):
Dress; tackle; especially , the ropes, chains, etc., that support the masts and spars of a sailing vessel, and serve as purchases for adjusting the sails, etc.
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Rigging as a noun:
Similar supporting material for construction work
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Rigging as a verb:
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Standing rigging as a noun (nautical):
The shrouds and stays of a sailboat.