Used specifically in a nautical context to describe a sailing vessel. We toured a historical brig at the maritime museum.
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Historical Vessel
'Brig' can evoke images of classic, old-fashioned ships, often from the age of exploration. Stories of pirates often feature the brig as a common type of ship.
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Sailing Context
Used to talk about old or traditional ships in sailing stories or historical accounts. The brig was a popular choice for merchants in the 18th century.