Equipment
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˈkwɪp.mənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Equipment is a noun meaning The act of equipping, or the state of being equipped, as for a voyage or expedition.
Meaning
The act of equipping, or the state of being equipped, as for a voyage or expedition.
More Meanings
- Any items used in equipping something or someone, for example things needed for an expedition or voyage.
- (slang, humorous) The male genitalia.
Example Sentences
Armed and dight, In the equipments of a knight.
The sports shop sells different kits of famous clubs, and equipment from all kind of sports.
We need more gardening equipment if we want to properly landscape our yard, not just a rake and some gloves.
The equipment of the fleet was therefore hastened by de Witt ; in hopes that , by striking at first a successful blow , he might inspire courage into the dismayed States
Word Forms
- equipments
Synonyms for equipment
Depending on context, synonyms include gear, kit, rigging, tackle, appurtenances.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include equipping, gear, paraphernalia, equip, furnishing, stuff.
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