equipment
- 1The things you need to do a job, activity, or trip.
Like all the tools and supplies you carry along to get a job done.
We packed all our camping equipment before the long drive.
The gym just bought new equipment for lifting weights.
UsageSay a piece of equipment (not
incorrect: an equipment) and some equipment.Similargear, kit, apparatus, supplies, tools
Note
- 2A funny, slang word for a man's private parts.
He kept his equipment covered with a small towel in the locker room.
The comedian got cheap laughs with a crude joke about a guy's equipment.
UsageUsually his equipment. In serious talk, use the plain words instead.
Similarpackage, junk, tackle, privates
Note
Less common meaning
- 3The act of giving a person or thing what they need to be ready, or the state of having it.
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Origin
It comes from the word "equip" plus "-ment," or from French "équipement."
Checked 5 Nov 2026 · 1 fact
- Equipment derives from equip plus -ment, or from French équipement. en.wiktionary.org