out|fit

out|fit
out|fit «OWT fiht», noun, verb, -fit|ted, -fit|ting.
–n.
1. all the articles necessy for any undertaking or purpose: »

a sailor's outfit, an outfit for a camping trip, a bride's outfit.

 SYNONYM(S): equipment, gear.
2. U.S. a) a group working together, such as a group of soldiers, or a group of cowboys from a particular ranch: »

His father and mine were in the same outfit during the war. A television outfit went there to shoot the story (New Yorker).

 b) Informal. an industrial company or business organization.
3. a) a fitting out, as for an expedition. b) the expense of fitting out.
–v.t.
to furnish with everything necessary for any purpose; equip: »

He outfitted himself for camp.

–v.i.
to secure an outfit or equipment: »

We will outfit two days before sailing.


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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