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brig
The term carries a dual identity rooted in naval history. When referring to the vessel, it evokes an image of agility and historical maritime trade, specifically associated with the era of sail. It is a technical term used primarily in nautical contexts to distinguish specific rigging from other ship types.
In its second sense, the word functions as a specialized term for military incarceration. It carries a connotation of strict discipline and confinement, specifically within the naval or coast guard hierarchy. Unlike a general prison, the brig is intrinsically linked to military law and the physical environment of a ship or naval station.
Meanings
Examples
The sailors manned the brig as it cut through the choppy waters.
He spent three days in the brig for disobeying a direct order.
A small brig was spotted on the horizon during the storm.
Throw that troublemaker in the brig immediately.
Throw that troublemaker in the brig immediately.
The captain decided to use a brig for the coastal patrol due to its agility.
I wonder how long I will have to stay in the brig before the hearing.
The old brig had two masts and square sails that caught the wind perfectly.
The guards marched the prisoner toward the naval brig.