furnishing

verb

Definition of furnishingnext
present participle of furnish
1
as in equipping
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity the art students were furnished with brushes, crayons, pencils, and various other art supplies

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2
as in providing
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption we'll gladly furnish the food for any out-of-town guests

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  1. equipping
  2. providing
  3. giving
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  • To achieve this, most AI efforts focused on perfecting the perception module using deep learning, equipping cars with sensors like lidar.
    Igal Raichelgauz, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Here is one of the few issues that unites us—a recognition that our education system plays a fundamental role in equipping individuals to engage critically and thoughtfully with the world.
    Marvin Krislov, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of equipping
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  • Furthermore, showcasing successful women in STEM and providing mentorship opportunities can inspire and encourage the next generation of female innovators.
    Kath Mackay, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Best Camping Tent Deals A good tent can elevate your camping adventures beyond just providing shelter.
    Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of providing
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  • The European flax linen is woven in Portugal and has undergone a garment wash for softness, giving the fabric a relaxed drape.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
  • That said, younger generations take a different approach to giving than their elders.
    April Rudin, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of giving
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