1 (usually passive 通常用于被动语态) to supply sb/sth with what is needed for a particular purpose 装备；配备: We shall equip all schools with new computers over the next year. 明年我们要让所有学校都配备新计算机。The flat has a fully-equipped kitchen. 这套房间有一个设备齐全的厨房。

2 to prepare sb for a particular task 使有所准备: The course equips students with all the skills necessary to become a chef. 这门课程使学生具备当一名厨师所必需的全部技能。