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Definition of outfit
1 : the act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
2a : a set of tools or equipment especially for the practice of a tradeb : a clothing ensemble often for a special occasion or activityc : physical, mental, or moral endowments or resources
3 : a group that works as a team : organization; especially : a military unit
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Examples of outfit in a Sentence
She bought a new outfit for the party.
the restaurant provides its waitstaff with themed outfits
Recent Examples of outfit from the Web
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Kendall wore the outfit to lunch at L'avenue restaurant, a celebrity sighting hotspot that's also a favorite of Kim's, according to The Daily Mail.
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The six-man band, dressed in Amish-style outfits, played covers of rock, hip-hop and pop songs — four of the six members grew up in Amish communities in Lancaster, Pa., according to the band's website.
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Then Woz and Co. brought in Bill Graham Presents, an outfit that had been putting on rock shows since the mid-’60s, to handle the heavy lifting and ensure that the Wozzies stayed out of their own way.
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Watches are meant to complement an outfit, not stop blood flow.
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Go-to outfit: work: Skirt or pants and comfortable top — and always, my Lily Pulitzer dresses.
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Based on algorithms that review the outfit's fit, color, and styling—as well as advice from fashion specialists—Amazon says Style Check will tell the user which outfit concept looks better.
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Rhinehart had only brought workout clothes on the trip, but her mom and sister-in-law packed her a dinner outfit, which Pendery hid in the car.
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Still, beyond the intricate nail art and rump-squeezing outfits, there's something in Desna's eyes that belies her outwardly positive attitude.
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First Known Use of outfit
1748
Other Clothing Terms
outfit
Definition of outfit
outfitted
;outfitting
transitive verb
1 : to furnish with an outfit
2 : supply outfitting every family with shoes — Amer. Guide Series: Vt.
intransitive verb
: to acquire an outfit
Examples of outfit in a Sentence
The company outfitted us with food and supplies.
outfitted the scuba instructors handsomely with all new gear
Recent Examples of outfit from the Web
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By the end of the year, 300 buses will be outfitted with WiFi, with plans for the entire 2,200-bus system to get hooked up in a few years.
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This Homewood institution has been outfitting the lake homes and cottages of Birminghamians since 2000.
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Some companies are already testing this idea: Lowe's, for example, recently outfitted several of employees with exoskeletons as part of a pilot program.
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Some companies are already testing this idea: Lowe’s, for example, recently outfitted several of employees with exoskeletons as part of a pilot program.
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About a month before the April violation, probation officials had granted Ratcliff permission to use a computer, but the device had been outfitted with software that allowed authorities to track Ratcliff's web and download history.
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YMCA of the Foothills chief executive Tyler Wright approached the City Council last June, asking for $30,000 to outfit and equip the Mobile Garage.
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Turns out most will use a road bike — most of the race is on the road — outfitted with wider tires to take the off-road beating.
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Kids can get a MeLab card, create an avatar, collect stamps at each of the learning stations, and then complete quizzes to outfit their avatar with fun accessories.
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First Known Use of outfit
1798
Synonym Discussion of outfit
OUTFIT Defined for English Language Learners
outfit
playDefinition of outfit for English Language Learners
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: a set of clothes that are worn together
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: a group of people working together in the same activity
outfit
Definition of outfit for English Language Learners
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: to provide (someone or something) with equipment or clothes especially for a special purpose
OUTFIT Defined for Kids
Definition of outfit for Students
1 : a set of clothing worn together … she always wears the same kind of outfit: jeans, a turtleneck, a sweater, and running shoes. — Ann M. Martin, Claudia and the Sad Good-bye
2 : the equipment for a special use a camping outfit
3 : a group of persons working together or associated in the same activity I'm working for a landscaping outfit.
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