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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Downtown also boasts a dozen antique shops, outfitters, and several clothing boutiques. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 25 June 2025 The outfitter’s half-day hike from Reykjavik showcases the major changes that the Sundhnúkur, Fagradalsfjall, and Meradalir eruptions made to the landscape between 2021 and 2024. Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 18 June 2025 The announcement, on the eve of the FIFA Club World Cup in the U.S., confirmed speculation swirling in sports circles since February that Vuitton was poised to succeed Zegna as the team’s official off-field outfitter. Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 13 June 2025 Ralph Lauren Bedford Duffel As part of its mission to be a full lifestyle outfitter, Ralph Lauren added luggage to its product assortment in 1982. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 9 June 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 1 Jul. 2025.

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