Apparatus

/ˌæpəˈrætəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A set of materials or equipment designed for a particular use.

The laboratory was filled with complicated apparatus for conducting chemical experiments.

The working machinery or equipment of a machine, institution, or system.

The fire department invested in new apparatus to improve their response time to emergencies.

A complex structure within an organism, consisting of various parts working together.

The respiratory apparatus is essential for the intake of oxygen and release of carbon dioxide.

A collection of equipment or tools used for a specific function.

The gym was equipped with a variety of exercise apparatus to accommodate different workouts.

Latin 'apparatus' meaning 'preparation, equipment'

scientific apparatus

Tools and instruments used in scientific research.

testing apparatus

Equipment used to test or evaluate various conditions or properties.

medical apparatus

Instruments used in the medical field for diagnosis or treatment.

device

A piece of equipment or a mechanism designed to serve a specific purpose.

gear

The equipment or apparatus needed for a particular activity.

equipment

The items needed for a particular purpose or activity.

Gadgets

I love all the tech gadgets and apparatus out there.

Tools

He's got all the cool tools for his projects, an absolute apparatus!