tools

NOUN

apparatus

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appliance device gear gizmo machine machinery means mechanism

STRONG

accoutrement contraption dingbat doodad doohickey furnishings gaff gimcrack gimmick grabber habiliments implement jigger job outfit paraphernalia provisions setup stuff supplies tackle thingamajig utensils whatchamacallit whatsis widget

WEAK

black box idiot box whosis

NOUN

equipment

Synonyms

STRONGEST

apparatus furnishings furniture machinery material

STRONG

accessories accompaniments accouterments appliances appurtenances articles attachments baggage belongings contraptions contrivances devices equipage facilities fittings fixtures gadgets habiliments impedimenta materiel outfit paraphernalia provisions rig setup shebang stock store stuff tackle things trappings traps utensils

WEAK

kit and kaboodle miscellaneous provisioning

NOUN

gear

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accessory apparatus harness instrument kit luggage machinery material paraphernalia stuff supply

STRONG

accouterment adjunct appurtenance baggage belongings contraption effects fittings habiliment impedimenta materiel means outfit possessions rigging setup tackle things trappings

WEAK

kit and kaboodle

NOUN

kit

Synonyms

STRONGEST

apparatus bag container gear material

STRONG

accoutrements assortment collection effects impedimenta implements outfit pack paraphernalia rig satchel selection set stock stuff suitcase supplies tackle things trappings utensils

NOUN

tackle

Synonyms

STRONG

accouterment apparatus appliance gear goods habiliments hook impedimenta implements line machinery materiel outfit paraphernalia rig rigging trappings

Example Sentences

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Questions have been asked about the squad's mentality, with accusations of players "downing tools" this term, having the worst disciplinary record in the division, and a poor record in key matches.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

The Dutch firm would deploy its advanced lithography tools in the plant, which allow for the rapid mass production of high-tech microchips, found in everything from cars to mobile phones.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

The site has produced the oldest known member of the genus Homo and the earliest known Oldowan stone tools on Earth.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

Deere in recent years has rolled out software tools for farm and construction equipment users or independent mechanics to do more of their own repairs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

When I’m done, I wave to Zach, who’s packing away the tools.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz

tools

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