1. plural of brig: two-masted sailing ships with square-rigged sails
Usage: nautical
2. plural of brig: military prisons, especially on naval ships or military bases
Usage: military

Examples

• The harbor was filled with merchant brigs from various trading companies.
• Several brigs sailed into port carrying cargo from distant lands.
• The old naval base had two brigs for holding prisoners.
• Pirates were often confined in the brigs of captured ships.
• The museum displayed models of famous brigs from the 18th century.
• Military personnel who violated regulations were sent to the brigs.
• The fleet consisted of frigates, sloops, and several sturdy brigs.