as in equipping
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
outfitted the scuba instructors handsomely with all new gear
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Recent Examples of outfitting
Lululemon Lululemon is again showing pride in its home country by outfitting Team Canada.
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Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
Kim Kardashian’s apparel brand is outfitting Olympic and Paralympic athletes for a fourth time at Milano-Cortina 2026.
—Outside, 5 Feb. 2026
Additionally, the Longhorns are outfitting a new recovery center for student-athletes at the northern end of Royal-Memorial Stadium.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026
Those assets included more than $1 million for upgrading aircraft for the Florida State Guard, including outfitting them with high-tech cameras, and nearly $6 million for hundreds of portable radios.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The animal welfare organization advised that icy pavement can be hard on pets' feet, and owners should consider outfitting their dogs in pet-friendly boots or keeping walks short.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
And when outfitting your walls, consider new approaches.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Jan. 2026
Lauren has been outfitting Team USA since 2008, designing their opening and closing ceremony looks and Olympic Village gear.
—Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 18 Jan. 2026
Friday’s runway show precedes the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, for which Ralph Lauren is outfitting Team USA.
—Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 17 Jan. 2026
Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
Kim Kardashian’s apparel brand is outfitting Olympic and Paralympic athletes for a fourth time at Milano-Cortina 2026.
—Outside, 5 Feb. 2026
Additionally, the Longhorns are outfitting a new recovery center for student-athletes at the northern end of Royal-Memorial Stadium.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026
Those assets included more than $1 million for upgrading aircraft for the Florida State Guard, including outfitting them with high-tech cameras, and nearly $6 million for hundreds of portable radios.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The animal welfare organization advised that icy pavement can be hard on pets' feet, and owners should consider outfitting their dogs in pet-friendly boots or keeping walks short.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
And when outfitting your walls, consider new approaches.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Jan. 2026
Lauren has been outfitting Team USA since 2008, designing their opening and closing ceremony looks and Olympic Village gear.
—Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 18 Jan. 2026
Friday’s runway show precedes the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, for which Ralph Lauren is outfitting Team USA.
—Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 17 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outfitting
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Bonds are used to fund brick-and-mortar projects, which include constructing, equipping, maintaining and furnishing district facilities.—
Kendrick Calfee
February 11,
Kansas City Star,
11 Feb. 2026
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What readers are saying The comments express skepticism about the effectiveness of equipping federal immigration officers in Minneapolis with body cameras, emphasizing concerns about whether the cameras will be turned on and if the footage will be accessible.—
Alec Dent,
Washington Post,
3 Feb. 2026
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The case had gone to trial after a team of British detectives descended on the island to investigate claims that Misick and his ministers were furnishing their lavish lifestyles through corrupt deals — allegations the former premier and his co-defendants denied.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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Ambrosia Chocolate, founded in 1894, was known as the largest manufacturer of pure chocolate products, furnishing the chocolate coating for much of the candy produced in Milwaukee.—
Elaine Rewolinski,
jsonline.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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Snowmaking specialist TechnoAlpin, which is supplying this year’s Winter Olympics, said technology has advanced significantly over recent decades, reducing energy demand and water consumption.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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The blue trail explores Moncler’s history as a technical gear specialist, from outfitting alpine workers to supplying attire for mountaineering expeditions.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Outfitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outfitting. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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