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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The outfitter led its first trip in January 2025 in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Klättermusen, a premium, sustainable Swedish mountaineering brand. Susan B. Barnes, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025 The wilderness outfitter hosts experiences across the territory, from Dawson City to the Southern Lakes region. Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2025 Join in on the hang 10 culture by taking a surf lesson with a local outfitter like the Jimmy Lane Surfing Academy or Surfin’ NSB. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2025 There are multiple outfitters with multiple tours each and no bad options. Brian Higgins, Outside, 24 Oct. 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 15 Nov. 2025.

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