outfitter

noun

out·​fit·​ter ˈau̇t-ˌfi-tər How to pronounce outfitter (audio)
: one that outfits: such as
b
: a business providing equipment, supplies, and often trained guides (as for hunting trips)
also : a guide working for such an outfitter

Examples of outfitter in a Sentence

Hunters say it's the best outfitter in the state. Our outfitter showed us where the deer feed.
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The other thing, Dana, is that in terms of tourism, there's all these outfitters in the region. Dana Taylor, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026 Then wander next door to Queenstown Marina, a modern counterpoint to the heritage cafe that consists of a bakery, a Pilates studio and watersports outfitters housed in candy-colored floating sheds. New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026 In addition to the food and drink, the new inflight experience includes bedding and amenity kits by high-end Seattle outfitter Filson complete with Salt & Stone skincare products. Edward Russell, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2026 If one river runs low, outfitters can shift operations to another with better conditions. Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for outfitter

Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of outfitter was in 1829

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“Outfitter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outfitter. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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