Kit

Kit

Clothing or sports equipment.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Kit, that is."
"I've never seen such a Kit in all my life."

Etymology & History

British term for sports clothing/equipment or general outfit. From Middle Dutch 'kitte' (wooden vessel - container for gear). Military origins (soldier's kit). 'Football kit', 'gym kit' are British. Americans use 'uniform' or 'gear'.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
โœ“
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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