Equipment/ɪˈkwɪpmənt/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Tangible Objects Refers to physical items you can touch, not digital or abstract items. Make sure to return all the equipment you borrowed from the lab. Pro Tip 2/3Specific Purpose Used for items that fit a certain activity or job, such as medical or fishing. The hospital invested in new medical equipment. Pro Tip 3/3Not Disposable Usually durable and not intended for one-time use. The fire department's equipment is built to last.