v. t. | 1. | To furnish for service, or against a need or exigency; to fit out; to supply with whatever is necessary to efficient action in any way; to provide with arms or an armament, stores, munitions, rigging, etc.; - said esp. of ships and of troops. |
2. | To dress up; to array; accouter. |
Verb | 1. | equip - provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose; "The expedition was equipped with proper clothing, food, and other necessities" |
2. | equip - provide with abilities or understanding; "She was never equipped to be a dancer" |