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- [out-fit]
- /ˈaʊtˌfɪt/
- /ˈaʊt.fɪt/
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- [out-fit]
- /ˈaʊtˌfɪt/
Definitions of outfitting word
- noun outfitting an assemblage of articles that equip a person for a particular task, role, trade, etc.: an explorer's outfit. 1
- noun outfitting a set of usually matching or harmonious garments and accessories worn together; coordinated costume; ensemble: a new spring outfit. 1
- noun outfitting a set of articles for any purpose: a cooking outfit. 1
- noun outfitting a group associated in an undertaking requiring close cooperation, as a military unit. 1
- noun outfitting a business firm engaged in a particular form of commercial enterprise: a construction outfit. 1
- noun outfitting any company, party, or set. 1
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Origin of outfitting
First appearance:
before 1755 One of the 47% newest English words
First recorded in 1755-65; out- + fit1
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Parts of speech for Outfitting
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
outfitting popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 91% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 62% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
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