Outfitting: meaning, definitions and examples

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outfitting

 

[ ˈaʊtfɪtɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

for camping

To provide someone or something with equipment or clothing for a specific purpose, especially for a journey or outdoor activity.

Synonyms

equip, gear up, supply.

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Word Description / Examples
outfitting

Used when providing necessary clothing, equipment, or supplies, often for a specific purpose like an expedition or project.

  • They are outfitting the group for the mountain climb.
  • The architect is outfitting the office with new furniture.
equip

Used when providing someone or something with necessary tools or implements for a particular task or function. It focuses on making sure someone is prepared and ready.

  • The school is equipped with the latest technology.
  • They equipped the kitchen with modern appliances.
supply

Used when providing what is needed, particularly in the context of providing resources, materials, or goods in a more general, often larger-scale or commercial sense.

  • The government supplies food and water to the disaster-hit areas.
  • This company supplies medical equipment to hospitals.
gear up

Used in casual contexts to mean preparing oneself or someone for an activity or event, often emphasizing readiness and enthusiasm.

  • We need to gear up for the big game tonight.
  • The team is gearing up for the upcoming conference.

Examples of usage

  • Before the hiking trip, they spent hours outfitting themselves with the necessary gear.
  • The company specializes in outfitting outdoor enthusiasts with top-quality camping equipment.
Context #2 | Noun

clothing

The clothing and accessories worn by a person, especially in a particular context or for a specific activity.

Synonyms

apparel, attire, garb.

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outfitting

Used when talking about equipping someone with necessary clothes or gear, especially for a specific purpose or activity.

  • We're outfitting the team with new jerseys for the upcoming season.
  • The store specializes in outfitting adventurers with high-quality camping gear.
attire

Formal term referring to clothes, specifically those worn for a particular occasion or activity.

  • Please wear formal attire to the dinner party.
  • Golfers must wear appropriate attire on the course.
garb

Typically used in a more literary or descriptive context to refer to clothing, often with a focus on distinctive or traditional styles.

  • The monks were seen in their traditional religious garb.
  • She appeared in the room wearing elaborate medieval garb.
apparel

Commonly used in a more generic and commercial context to refer to clothing, often seen in retail or fashion industries.

  • The new line of summer apparel will be available next month.
  • They specialize in casual and athletic apparel.

Examples of usage

  • Her outfitting for the party was elegant and stylish.
  • The store offers a wide range of outfitting options for various occasions.

Translations

Translations of the word "outfitting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 equipamento

🇮🇳 सज्जा

🇩🇪 Ausrüstung

🇮🇩 perlengkapan

🇺🇦 обладнання

🇵🇱 wyposażenie

🇯🇵 装備 (そうび)

🇫🇷 équipement

🇪🇸 equipamiento

🇹🇷 donanım

🇰🇷 장비

🇸🇦 تجهيزات

🇨🇿 vybavení

🇸🇰 vybavenie

🇨🇳 装备 (zhuāngbèi)

🇸🇮 oprema

🇮🇸 búnaður

🇰🇿 жабдықтау

🇬🇪 აღჭურვილობა

🇦🇿 təchizat

🇲🇽 equipamiento

Etymology

The word 'outfitting' originated from the verb 'outfit,' which has been in use since the mid-18th century. Originally used in a nautical context to refer to the equipment and supplies needed for a ship, it later expanded to include clothing and gear for various activities. The term evolved to encompass the act of providing someone or something with necessary items, leading to the modern usage of 'outfitting' in both the verb and noun forms.

See also: fit, fitness, fitter, fitting, fittingly, fittingness, misfit, unfit, unfitness, unfitting.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,967, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.