outrigging
/ˈaʊtrɪɡɪŋ/
noun
- The system of outriggers on a boat or other structure; the act of fitting or using outriggers.
- He studied the outrigging of traditional Polynesian canoes for his anthropology project.
- Proper outrigging is essential for the safety of a crane on a construction site.
- The outrigging on the old schooner was carefully maintained by the crew.