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fit out with

phr. v..
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford General-service

phr. v.. to provide a person or a place with the equipment, furniture, or clothes they need for a specific purpose.

phr. v.. to equip or furnish a space or individual with necessary supplies or fittings; often used in the context of interior design, maritime vessels, or specialized activities.


SIMPLE

They will fit out the new office with modern desks.

CONTEXTUAL

The company spent thousands of pounds to fit out the laboratory with the latest high-tech equipment.

COMPLEX

Before the expedition could depart, the team had to fit out the vessel with enough supplies and specialized gear to survive the winter.

Particles
out with
Separability
optional
Pattern
fit + object + out + with + items
Usage

usually follows the pattern of fitting out a place or person 'with' the items provided.

Teaching tip

contrast with 'equip' (more formal) and 'furnish' (specifically for furniture); 'fit out' often implies a complete preparation of a space for a new use.

Pitfall

We fit out the room of new chairs.We fit out the room with new chairs.the preposition 'with' must be used to introduce the equipment or items being provided.

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