Synonyms of brig

Antonyms of brig

Collocations of brig

brigantine ship
Frequency: 70 %

The brigantine ship sailed smoothly through the calm waters.

naval brig
Frequency: 60 %

The sailor was confined to the naval brig for disobeying orders.

brig prisoner
Frequency: 50 %

The brig prisoner awaited trial for his alleged crimes.

brig commander
Frequency: 45 %

The brig commander oversaw the disciplinary actions of the crew.

Idiomatic Expressions for brig

  • Phrase: jump the brig
    Meaning: to escape or avoid punishment or trouble
    Usage: He managed to jump the brig by coming up with a clever excuse.