equip
UK: ɪˈkwɪp | US: ɪˈkwɪp
vt. to provide with necessary items or tools for a purpose
vt. to prepare someone mentally or physically for a task
The word "equip" traces back to the Old French esquiper, meaning "to fit out a ship," which itself comes from Old Norse skipa (to arrange a ship). The Latin root aequus (equal) subtly influenced the sense of "preparing evenly" or "making ready." Over time, the meaning expanded beyond maritime contexts to general preparation or provisioning.
The team was fully equipped with the latest technology.
Parents must equip their children with essential life skills.
The expedition required months to equip properly.
The course aims to equip students for careers in engineering.
She equipped her kitchen with high-quality appliances.