outfitter

noun out·fit·ter \ ˈau̇t-ˌfi-tər \

Updated on: 19 Apr 2018

Definition of outfitter

: one that outfits: such as

a : haberdasher

b : a business providing equipment, supplies, and often trained guides (as for hunting trips); also : a guide working for such an outfitter

See outfitter defined for English-language learners

Examples of outfitter in a Sentence

Hunters say it's the best outfitter in the state.
Our outfitter showed us where the deer feed.

Recent Examples of outfitter from the Web

Several outfitters, including Sweetwater Fly Shop and Montana Fly Fishing Guides, have stations in Livingston, where the stretch of river is known to be particularly rich in rainbow trout.

— stephanie granada, Sunset, "10 Epic Fishing Trips in the West," 22 Jan. 2018
The best way to see them? Paddling with Cuba Unbound, a branch of ROW Adventures, which recently partnered with local outfitters to offer the only kayak tour available on the eastern side of the country.

— the editors, Outside Online, "The 25 Trips You Need to Take This Year," 20 Mar. 2018
Most outfitters have allowed ponds to rest all week.

— bink grimes, Houston Chronicle, "Outdoors report: Jan. 25," 24 Jan. 2018
Some safari outfitters, like ROAR Africa, have curated bush experiences that focus on all-around well-being.

— mary holland, Condé Nast Traveler, "How to Have a Healthy(ish) Safari Vacation," 12 Jan. 2018
Now, some safari outfitters are breaking the same-old mold by giving travelers ways to keep fit.

— shivani vora, New York Times, "Where to Get Healthier in 2018," 9 Jan. 2018
With the blessing of his mentor, my father took a courageous step to quit his full-time government job and its securities to transition to a full‐time guide and outfitter on the Tongass National Forest.

— Anchorage Daily News, "Senator should rethink rider on Tongass management plan," 7 Jan. 2018
The Details How to do it: A kayak tour on the Liffey can be booked through The K Club, who recently began offering the activity through a partnership with local outfitter kayaking.ie.

— alex schechter, Condé Nast Traveler, "Kayaking the 'River of Life' in Ireland," 16 Mar. 2018
There’s an outfitter store downtown that sells outdoorsy Babcock Ranch merch and activewear.

— dyllan furness, Ars Technica, "Can you build an entire town off-the-grid? Babcock Ranch wants to find out," 25 Feb. 2018

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First Known Use of outfitter

1829

OUTFITTER Defined for English Language Learners

outfitter

noun

Definition of outfitter for English Language Learners

: a business that provides equipment, supplies, and often trained guides for activities such as hunting, hiking, etc.; also : a guide who works for such a business
: a person or business that sells men's clothing