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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Campbell’s of Beauly is a traditional Highland outfitter, a heritage reflected in the design of these unisex shooting gloves. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 15 Dec. 2025 There are many independent outfitters, too, including Rhythm Japan (several locations) and in-house rentals at the Ritz-Carlton, Setsu, and Nikko Style Niseko Hanazono. Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2025 Polo Ralph Lauren is once again the official outfitter of Team USA for Milano-Cortina 2026, marking the 10th time the brand has outfitted the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic athletes. Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2025 Local outfitters like Stuart Big Game Fishing and Night Heron Fishing Charters are just a call away to take you on your next adventure. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 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 26 Dec. 2025.

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