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Outrigger
01
a structure attached to the side of a boat or ship, typically for support or stability, extending beyond the hull
Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
plural form
outriggers
Examples
Fishermen in the Pacific Islands traditionally use outriggers on their boats for better balance.
02
a support leg that extends outward from a crane to stabilize it and prevent tipping during lifting operations
Examples
The crane operator extended the outriggers before lifting the beam.
