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Equip: Definition, Usage & Practical Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：supply with gear (equip)
equip
/ɪˈkwɪp/
vt.
to provide a person or place with the things they need for a particular activity or purpose.
supply with gear
➕
/səˈplaɪ wɪð ɡɪr/
vt.
To provide a person or place with the necessary items or tools for a specific activity or purpose.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Old French 'esquiper', meaning to fit out, especially a ship.
💡 Mnemonic
Think 'equip' as providing 'equipment' – to equip is to give needed gear.
📖 Example
The school decided to equip the new science lab with the latest microscopes and computers.
The school chose to furnish the new science lab with state-of-the-art microscopes and computers.
🔗 Collocations
equip with – to provide with necessary tools or items
equip for – to prepare for a specific purpose
well-equipped – having all required equipment
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🌱 Derivatives
📖 Cultural Story
Originating from Old French 'esquiper', used in nautical contexts for outfitting ships. The term expanded to mean providing necessary tools or preparation in various fields.
Meaning 2：prepare with skills (equip)
equip
/ɪˈkwɪp/
vt.
to prepare someone with the skills or knowledge needed for something.
prepare with skills
➕
/prɪˈper wɪð skɪlz/
vt.
To endow someone with the abilities or knowledge necessary for a specific task or role.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
A good education should equip students with critical thinking skills, not just facts to memorize.
An effective education ought to furnish students with analytical thinking abilities, beyond mere rote memorization.
🔗 Collocations
equip with knowledge – to provide with necessary information
equip for life – to prepare for adult responsibilities
properly equipped – adequately prepared with skills
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