Equipment
/ɪˈkwɪpmənt/
Definitions
The tools, machines, or other items needed for a particular purpose or activity.
/ɪˈkwɪpmənt/
The necessary items for a particular purpose.
The firefighter's equipment included an axe and a hose.
💡 Simply: Equipment is like the stuff you need to do something. Like, if you're going to play soccer, your equipment is the ball, shoes, and shin guards.
👶 For kids: Equipment is all the things you need to do a job or play a game!
More Examples
The lab is well-equipped with the latest scientific equipment.
The hiking equipment included a tent, sleeping bag, and food supplies.
How It's Used
"The construction company needs heavy equipment to build the bridge."
"Athletes must bring their own equipment to the training session."
Idioms & expressions
heavy equipment
Large machines and tools used for construction and other industrial purposes.
"The construction site uses heavy equipment like bulldozers and excavators."
office equipment
The machines and devices used in an office setting, such as computers, printers, and copiers.
"The office equipment needs to be updated to improve productivity."
From Middle English equippement, from Old French esquipement, from esquiper ('to equip'), ultimately from a Germanic source related to ship.
The term has been used since the 16th century, initially referring to items furnished for a military campaign or expedition, evolving to its modern meaning.
Memory tip
Think of all the things you NEED to perform a task - your equipment!