Equipment: meaning, definitions and examples

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equipment

 

[ ɪˈkwɪpmənt ]

Context #1 | Noun

tools and machinery needed for a particular purpose

Equipment refers to the tools, machines, or other items needed for a particular purpose or activity. It can include items such as tools, machinery, devices, or instruments used in a specific task or job. Equipment is essential for carrying out various functions efficiently.

Synonyms

apparatus, gear, tools

Examples of usage

  • Make sure you have all the necessary equipment before starting the project.
  • The gym is equipped with the latest exercise equipment.
  • She packed her camping equipment for the weekend trip.
  • We need to upgrade our office equipment to improve productivity.
  • The firefighters use specialized equipment to tackle the blaze.

Translations

Translations of the word "equipment" in other languages:

🇵🇹 equipamento

🇮🇳 उपकरण

🇩🇪 Ausrüstung

🇮🇩 peralatan

🇺🇦 обладнання

🇵🇱 sprzęt

🇯🇵 装備 (そうび)

🇫🇷 équipement

🇪🇸 equipo

🇹🇷 ekipman

🇰🇷 장비 (jangbi)

🇸🇦 معدات (mueaddat)

🇨🇿 vybavení

🇸🇰 vybavenie

🇨🇳 设备 (shèbèi)

🇸🇮 oprema

🇮🇸 búnaður

🇰🇿 жабдық

🇬🇪 აღჭურვილობა (agchurviloba)

🇦🇿 avadanlıq

🇲🇽 equipo

Etymology

The word 'equipment' originated from the French word 'equipement', derived from the Latin 'equi' (meaning 'equal') and 'parare' (meaning 'to prepare'). Originally, it referred to military supplies and later expanded to include tools and machinery for various purposes. The term has been in use since the 17th century.

See also: equip, equipoise, equipped, equipping.

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