Third-person singular present tense of accouter; to equip or clothe someone with necessary gear, weapons, or accessories.
From French accoutrer, possibly from à couture 'to sewing' or from a Germanic source. The word entered English in the 16th century with military significance.
In military history, an 'accoutrement' is the specific gear that identifies a soldier—their uniform, weapons, and insignia. The word literally means 'to make couture' or to tailor someone's appearance for a role.
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