English Explanatory Dictionary

equipment

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The act of equipping, or the state of being equipped, as for a voyage or expedition.
  2. Any items used in equipping something or someone, for example things needed for an expedition or voyage.
  3. The male genitalia.

Pronunciation

/ɪˈkwɪp.mənt/ en-us-equipment.ogg

Word forms

equipment equipments

Etymology

From equip + -ment, or from French équipement.

Synonyms

gear kit rigging tackle appurtenances

Related words

equip

Derived words

accessory equipment capital equipment data terminal equipment durable medical equipment equipmentman heavy equipment personal protective equipment play equipment reequipment squipper
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