outfitter

noun

out·​fit·​ter ˈau̇t-ˌfi-tər How to pronounce outfitter (audio)
: one that outfits: such as
b
: a business providing equipment, supplies, and often trained guides (as for hunting trips)
also : a guide working for such an outfitter

Examples of outfitter in a Sentence

Hunters say it's the best outfitter in the state. Our outfitter showed us where the deer feed.
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Several outfitters offer supercar-driving experiences, although many cost several hundred (or even thousand) dollars. The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2025 The list includes familiar British names, like Bentley and Jaguar motorcars, Burberry outfitters, Smythson Stationers, Turnbull and Asser Shirtmakers, and Twining's Tea and Coffee. Scott Simon, NPR, 5 July 2025 Trinity’s heritage endures in modern maritime outfitters like Sea of Whales Adventures, which explores the nearby coast in Zodiac boats in search of whales, dolphins, puffins, bald eagles and icebergs. Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025 Given its expanse into a head-to-toe resort wear outfitter that even trades in unstructured jackets and knitted trainers, how does the label continue to grow without losing sight of its original purpose? Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 16 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for outfitter

Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of outfitter was in 1829

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“Outfitter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outfitter. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.

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