Accoutred

/əˈkuːtərd/ adjective

Definition

British spelling of accoutered; equipped or clothed with gear or equipment.

Etymology

Past participle of accoutre (British spelling). The -ed ending creates an adjective, with British spelling variants like 're' preserved.

Kelly Says

If you're reading British historical fiction or military documents, 'accoutred' is the spelling you'll encounter—it's a subtle marker of national spelling conventions that American readers often don't notice.

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