brig
What is another word for brig? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A sailing ship with two masts, both square-rigged.
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How to use brig
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
thrown in the brig
a two-masted brig
Etymology
A shortening of "brigantine", itself from Italian brigantino. The "jail" sense developed because old brigs were sometimes used to hold prisoners.
Full origin of brig →Frequently asked questions
What does “brig” mean?
The word “brig” means a sailing ship with two masts, both square-rigged. In plain terms, a two-masted sailing ship, or slang for a military jail.
How do you pronounce “brig”?
“Brig” is pronounced brihg (/bɹɪɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “brig” in a sentence?
Here is “brig” used in a sentence: “The museum has a restored 19th-century brig moored in the harbour.”
What part of speech is “brig”?
“Brig” is a noun.
Where does the word “brig” come from?
The word “brig” comes from Italian. A shortening of "brigantine", itself from Italian brigantino. The "jail" sense developed because old brigs were sometimes used to hold prisoners.
Is “brig” a common word?
“Brig” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “brig” have?
“Brig” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sailing ship with two masts, both square-rigged.
