Equip
/ɪˈkwɪp/
Definitions
To provide someone or something with the things that are needed for a particular purpose or activity.
/ɪˈkwɪp/
To supply with the necessary items for a particular purpose.
The firefighters were equipped with protective gear.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're getting ready for a camping trip. Equipping yourself means making sure you have your tent, sleeping bag, flashlight, and all the other things you need. Basically, it's about getting ready for something by gathering all the right tools and supplies!
👶 For kids: To give someone or something what they need to do something. Like, you equip your bike with training wheels to learn how to ride it!
More Examples
The school plans to equip the classrooms with new technology.
We need to equip the laboratory with the latest instruments.
How It's Used
"The soldiers were fully equipped with the latest weaponry."
"The team needs to equip the players with new uniforms."
"The new office will equip the staff with updated computers."
Idioms & expressions
well-equipped
Having the necessary tools, resources, or skills for a task.
"The laboratory was well-equipped with state-of-the-art instruments."
fully equipped
Supplied with everything necessary for a specific task or purpose.
"The hikers were fully equipped with tents, food, and navigation tools."
From Middle French *equiper* (to fit out, furnish), from Old French *esquiper* (to furnish a ship). Ultimately from a Germanic source.
Historically, the word was associated with preparing ships and armies, but has since broadened to apply to many contexts.
Memory tip
Think of providing someone with EVERYTHING they need – like all the necessary EQUIPment.
Word Origin
"to furnish"