equipment
Derived from the verb 'equip', which originates from the Old French 'equiper', meaning to furnish or provide.
NOUN
(1)
[/ɪˈkwɪp.mənt/en-US]
gear
informal
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tools
informal
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apparatus
formal
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installations
literal
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assets required for a task
untranslatable
(Describes a broader concept as the specific meaning of 'equipment' goes beyond mere tools.)
Antonyms
disinvestment
The term 'equipment' refers to the necessary items or tools that are needed for a specific purpose or activity. This can include anything from machinery and tools to furniture and technology essential for particular tasks. Although it can overlap with words like 'gear' and 'tools', 'equipment' encompasses a broader range of items and is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.
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- The gym is filled with high-quality equipment for weight training. — ジムには重量トレーニング用の高品質な設備が充実しています。
- You need to gather all the appropriate equipment before starting the project. — プロジェクトを始める前に、すべての適切な機器を集める必要があります。
- The research lab has state-of-the-art equipment for conducting experiments. — その研究所には実験を行うための最先端の装置があります。
register: formal
