outfitter

noun out·fit·ter \ ˈau̇t-ˌfi-tər \

|Updated on: 13 Jun 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

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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

Gieves & Hawkes Men’s clothing outfitter and tailor Gieves & Hawkes, which also calls London’s Mayfair neighborhood home, holds a royal warrant from Prince Philip.

— diana pearl, PEOPLE.com, "What Is a Royal Warrant? 6 Brands the Royal Family Loves (That You Can Buy Too!)," 29 May 2018
Supporters included hunting outfitters and ranchers, some of whom cast opposition to the plan as driven by national organizations and non-Wyoming residents.

— karin brulliard, chicagotribune.com, "Yellowstone grizzly bears are off the endangered list; Wyoming says it's time to hunt them again," 24 May 2018
Sleep just a few steps away from the North River (and outfitter North River Kayak Tours) at River Nest Wilderness Cabins (www.airbnb.com; from $89).

— BostonGlobe.com, "Four reasons to relocate to Cape Breton — if only for a few days (five, if you play golf)," 23 May 2018
Rent your kayak or canoe from any number of outfitters in the area, such as Pinky's Kayak Rental.

— Houston Chronicle, "Houston-area paddling and rowing resources," 10 May 2018
Lots of people, especially hunting outfitters and guides, share Weber’s enthusiasm.

— National Geographic, "Yellowstone-Area Grizzly Bears to Be Hunted for First Time in Decades," 24 May 2018
The experience is offered year-round by several outfitters, including Arctic Adventures, operating out of Thingvellir National Park, about 30 miles east of Reykjavik.

— susan glaser, cleveland.com, "Iceland Travel Blog: Snorkeling in glacial water between two continents (photos)," 9 May 2018
Canoe, tube, and kayak rentals are available from area outfitters, as well as pick-up and drop-off services.

— amy aumick, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Explore Florida's Santa Rosa County: Home to famous blackwater," 7 May 2018
My guide, Ayman Abd-Alkareem of outfitter Experience Jordan, who helped scout sections of the trail, is one of the best.

— jen murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, "Hiking the Jordan Trail to Petra," 25 Apr. 2018

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First Known Use of outfitter

1829

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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