Provided with necessary tools, supplies, clothing, or skills needed for a particular task or situation.
From Old Norse 'skipa' meaning to arrange or equip, entering English through French 'equipper.' The word originally meant to fit out a ship with crew and supplies.
The word 'equipped' literally started as a nautical term about preparing ships for voyages—so when we say someone is 'well-equipped' to handle a problem, we're using ancient maritime language that evolved from fitting out sailing ships.
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