outfitter

noun

out·​fit·​ter ˈau̇t-ˌfi-tər How to pronounce outfitter (audio)
: one that outfits: such as
b
: a business providing equipment, supplies, and often trained guides (as for hunting trips)
also : a guide working for such an outfitter

Examples of outfitter in a Sentence

Hunters say it's the best outfitter in the state. Our outfitter showed us where the deer feed.
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For outfitters, restaurateurs and hoteliers still climbing out of the COVID-19 pandemic's impacts, the cuts have generated significant uncertainty. Trevor Hughes, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025 Extreme Terrain, an offroad vehicle outfitter, analyzed automotive data to see which car brands hold their value the most and which are prone to rapid depreciation. Ben Kesslen, Quartz, 5 Mar. 2025 Travel outfitter Far & Few just unveiled its first sustainable safari eco-lodge, set to open this month in South Africa. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 17 Jan. 2025 Several outfitters have rental kayaks and gear, including the Texas Rowing Center, EpicSUP, Zilker Park Boat Rentals, and Rowing Dock. Jill K. Robinson, AFAR Media, 20 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for outfitter

Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of outfitter was in 1829

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“Outfitter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outfitter. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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