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equip

USi-KWIP/ɪˈkwɪp/

Formsequips, equipping, equipped

5 meanings of equip

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  1. 1
    verbtransitive
    To give a person or place the tools or supplies they need to do something.

    Like packing a bag with everything you need before a long trip.

    The school worked hard to equip every classroom with new computers.

    They equipped the boat with life jackets before the trip.

    Similarsupply, provide, furnish, outfit, fit

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  2. 2
    verbtransitive
    To give someone the skills they need to do something well.

    Like giving someone a map so they can find their own way.

    Good teachers equip students to solve problems on their own.

    The course equipped her with the basic skills for the job.

    Similarprepare, arm, train, provide, qualify

  3. 3
    verbtransitive
    To dress someone in clothes, often fine or special ones.

    Like dressing a doll in its best outfit.

    The servants helped equip the young prince in his finest robes.

    She equipped the children in warm coats for the parade.

    Similardress, clothe, attire, outfit, array

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  4. 4
    verbtransitive
    In a game, to put on or ready an item so your character can use it.

    Like choosing which tool to hold before you start a job.

    You should equip the iron sword before fighting the boss.

    She equipped a healing potion in her item slot.

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  5. 5
    nounslanguncountable
    The gear a game character carries, like weapons and armor.

    Like the kit a soldier carries into the field.

    Check your equip before the next fight.

    His equip was too weak for the final level.

    Similargear, equipment

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Origin

It comes from French équiper, meaning "to supply or fit out." This first described ships, and it probably came from an Old Norse word meaning "to man a ship."