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Wordabulary

equipment

Pronunciation
Noun A1 Beginner

Quick answer

The tools, machines, or other items needed for a particular purpose or activity.

"The gym bought new equipment for the weight room this year."

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Usage notes

"Equipment" has no plural form, so you say "a piece of equipment," never "an equipment."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The gym bought new _____ for the weight room this year."

Answer: equipment

In your own words, what does "equipment" mean?

The tools, machines, or other items needed for a particular purpose or activity.

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