Brig (noun)

1. A two-masted sailing vessel, square-rigged on both masts.
2. A jail or prison on a ship, especially a military one.
3. A type of double-decked ship used as a prison.

Origin:

From italian briga, from briga "quarrel", from briga "to strive, to struggle".

Examples:

1. The sailors were confined to the brig for misbehavior on deck.
2. The pirate captain was locked in the brig until he could be taken to shore for trial.
3. The brig was known for its rough seas and strong winds, making it a challenging vessel to sail.
4. The conditions in the brig were cramped and uncomfortable, with little room to move around.
5. The prisoners in the brig were allowed outside for a limited time each day to exercise.