out·fit
ˈau̇t-ˌfit 
1
: the act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
2
a
: a set of tools or equipment especially for the practice of a trade
b
: a clothing ensemble often for a special occasion or activity
c
: physical, mental, or moral endowments or resources
3
: a group that works as a team : organization
especially
: a military unit
outfitted; outfitting
1
: to furnish with an outfit
2
: supply
outfitting every family with shoes—
Amer. Guide Series: Vt.
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: to acquire an outfit
Examples of outfit in a Sentence
Noun
She bought a new outfit for the party.
the restaurant provides its waitstaff with themed outfits
Verb
The company outfitted us with food and supplies.
outfitted the scuba instructors handsomely with all new gear
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Rosana Lai, Glamour, 9 Apr. 2025
The sleek design works well for casual outfits, travel days, and active adventures like hikes.
—Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2025
Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 12 Apr. 2025
Both brands of course are staples of Hollywood fashion, outfitting stars on red carpets, debuting new pieces at fashion shows and leveraging the fame and fortune of the entertainment business to propel their own cultural relevance around the globe.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
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Noun
As far as the street style crowd goes, the styling of these chunky bracelets has been equally as varied—we’ve seen resin bangle bracelets worn with lush suede pieces, minimalist outfits, quiet luxury looks, and prim suits.
—Rosana Lai, Glamour, 9 Apr. 2025
The sleek design works well for casual outfits, travel days, and active adventures like hikes.
—Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
Each of the nine guest rooms has been outfitted with Mario Bellini modular sofas, Viennese cane chairs from Cassina, and custom lamps designed by Space Copenhagen.
—Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 12 Apr. 2025
Both brands of course are staples of Hollywood fashion, outfitting stars on red carpets, debuting new pieces at fashion shows and leveraging the fame and fortune of the entertainment business to propel their own cultural relevance around the globe.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
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“Outfit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outfit. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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outfit
1 of 2 noun
out·fit
ˈau̇t-ˌfit
1
: the equipment or clothing especially for some special purpose
a camping outfit
a sports outfit
2
: a group of persons working together or associated in the same activity
soldiers in the same outfit
outfit
2 of 2 verb
outfitted; outfitting
: to furnish with an outfit : equip
outfit an expedition
outfitter
noun
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