outfit
an assemblage of articles that equip a person for a particular task, role, trade, etc.: an explorer's outfit.
a set of usually matching or harmonious garments and accessories worn together; coordinated costume; ensemble: a new spring outfit.
a set of articles for any purpose: a cooking outfit.
a group associated in an undertaking requiring close cooperation, as a military unit.
a business firm engaged in a particular form of commercial enterprise: a construction outfit.
any company, party, or set.
the act of fitting out or equipping for any purpose, as for a voyage, journey, or expedition.
mental, physical, or moral equipment.
to furnish with an outfit, equipment, etc.; fit out; equip: to outfit an expedition to the South Pole.
Nautical. to finish equipping (a vessel) at a dock.
to furnish oneself with an outfit.
Origin of outfit
1Other words for outfit
Other words from outfit
- outfitter, noun
- pre·out·fit, verb (used with object), pre·out·fit·ted, pre·out·fit·ting.
- re·out·fit, verb (used with object), re·out·fit·ted, re·out·fit·ting.
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How to use outfit in a sentence
So, while we’re on the subject of Fauci and there’s no one here to judge me, I have a big mask collection — lots of designs — and I color-coordinate my daily mask to my outfit.
I will be lonely on Thanksgiving. But that will not stop me from celebrating. | Kellie B. Gormly | November 23, 2020 | Washington PostYour baby will be ready to go the minute they’ve finished their snack, no outfit changes necessary.
Silicone bibs to keep food off your baby and time on your side | PopSci Commerce Team | October 6, 2020 | Popular-ScienceThey come in virtually every color and color combination you can think of so you can grab a couple to match with various outfits or focus in on a favorite.
Smartwatch accessories to give your high-tech friends and family | PopSci Commerce Team | October 1, 2020 | Popular-ScienceA handle on top of the unit means you can quickly relocate it when you need to consult a friend about which pair of pumps will make your outfit.
The top shoe organizers for a tidier hallway or closet | PopSci Commerce Team | September 24, 2020 | Popular-ScienceLululemon has devoted more square footage to men’s outfits as part of a goal to double revenue in that category by 2023.
Lululemon still plans to open more stores even as the pandemic ravages the retail landscape | Rachel King | September 18, 2020 | Fortune
There are a few problems with outfitting an entire office with treadmill desks.
Work Like Churchill-Ditch Your Office Chair and Embrace the Standing Desk | Gregory Ferenstein | June 2, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTFans of Bettie Page have her to thank for discovering the rule-breaking pin-up girl and outfitting her in animal skins.
Outfitting the family feline or canine has never been a more popular pastime.
I am driven to Base Camp, a series of trailers where an hour has been allotted for makeup and outfitting.
Really, before starting, I should have consulted Admiral Byrd on outfitting a polar expedition.
David Lannarck, Midget | George S. HarneyMany men outfitting for an African campaign among wild animals secure their outfits in London.
In Africa | John T. McCutcheonI stopped at the nearest outfitting shop, bought a light-gray hat, and left the black one lying on a chair.
Eastern Nights - and Flights | Alan BottThe head of the house opposite was Thomas Winthorpe, who acted as book-keeper to a large outfitting house in the city.
I'll leave you boys to do the outfitting, and will meet you on the beach, ready for the start, at seven in the morning.
Motor Matt's Peril, or, Cast Away in the Bahamas | Stanley R. Matthews
British Dictionary definitions for outfit
/ (ˈaʊtˌfɪt) /
a set of articles or equipment for a particular task, occupation, etc
a set of clothes, esp a carefully selected one
informal any group or association regarded as a cohesive unit, such as a military company, business house, etc
the act of fitting out
Canadian (formerly) the annual shipment of trading goods and supplies sent by a fur company to its trading posts
to furnish or be furnished with an outfit, equipment, etc
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