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.


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  1. 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.

  2. Rigging as a noun:

    Similar supporting material for construction work

  1. Rigging as a verb:

  1. Standing rigging as a noun (nautical):

    The shrouds and stays of a sailboat.

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