équiper

Senses

1. 1.

   to equip, to fit out

   to provide with necessary equipment or tools

2. 2.

   to outfit, to kit out

   to supply with clothing or gear for a specific purpose

3. 3.

   to furnish, to install

   to provide a space or building with necessary installations or amenities

Examples

• "Nous avons équipé la cuisine de nouveaux appareils électroménagers."

  We equipped the kitchen with new household appliances.

• "L'équipe d'alpinisme s'est équipée pour l'expédition en montagne."

  The climbing team outfitted themselves for the mountain expedition.

• "Cette entreprise équipe ses employés de ordinateurs portables."

  This company furnishes its employees with laptops.

Usage

A standard transitive verb. Commonly takes a reflexive form (s'équiper) meaning "to gear up" or "to outfit oneself." Often followed by "de" (with) to indicate what equipment is being provided. Neutral register, widely used in business, sports, and practical contexts.