kit

kit · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (noun) A set of articles or equipment needed for a specific purpose.

  2. 2.

    (noun) A set of parts sold ready to be assembled.

  3. 3.

    (noun) (British) A set of clothing and equipment for a sport.

  4. 4.

    (noun) A young animal, especially a fox, beaver, or rabbit.

  5. 5.

    (verb) To provide with equipment.

Forms

plural: kits

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    kit out/up — to equip with clothing and gear
  • •
    the whole kit and caboodle — everything

Related words

See also: equipment, gear, outfit, set
Synonyms: equipment, gear, outfit, set

Etymology

From Middle Dutch kitte ("wooden container, tankard").