equipping
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.giving someone the physical tools or equipment they need to do a job.
v.the act of supplying a person, group, or object with necessary physical resources or apparatus.
Simple“The charity is equipping the local school with new computers for the lab.”
In context“Equipping the expedition with high-altitude gear proved more expensive than the organisers had initially projected in their budget.”
UsageTakes a direct object followed by the preposition 'with'.
PitfallThe company is equipping the staff by new laptops. The company is equipping the staff with new laptops.Use the preposition 'with' to indicate the items being provided.
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.giving someone the knowledge or skills they need to handle a situation.
v.the process of preparing someone mentally or intellectually for a specific challenge or role.
Simple“This course is excellent for equipping students with the skills needed for work.”
In context“The university focuses on equipping graduates with critical thinking skills that remain relevant regardless of their specific career path.”
UsageOften used in educational or professional development contexts.
Teacher's tipRemind students that this sense is metaphorical; you are 'arming' them with knowledge.
- 03 C1 Advanced
n.the process of getting all the equipment ready for a project or trip.
n.the action or process of providing equipment; functions as a gerund noun.
Simple“The equipping of the new hospital took several months to complete.”
In context“The rapid equipping of the reserve forces was essential for the success of the defensive operation.”
UsageUsed as the subject or object of a sentence to describe the process itself.
Teacher's tipIn most cases, students should use the noun 'equipment' for the items themselves and 'equipping' for the process.
Synonymspreparationoutfitting
“The army secretary is responsible for training and equipping soldiers.”