Meaning Of The Word Standing rigging

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Standing rigging Meaning

Standing rigging Definition
Standing rigging Definition

What's The Definition Of Standing rigging?

standing rigging in American English
the permanently positioned parts of a vessel's rigging, as stays and shrouds, used to support sails, masts, etc.
noun: rigging remaining permanently in position as a means of steadying various spars, shrouds, stays, etc. (contrasted with running rigging)

standing rigging in British English
noun: the stays, shrouds, and other more or less fixed, though adjustable, wires and ropes that support the masts of a sailing vessel

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