British spelling of accoutered; equipped or clothed with gear or equipment.
Past participle of accoutre (British spelling). The -ed ending creates an adjective, with British spelling variants like 're' preserved.
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.
Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.