provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose
The expedition was equipped with proper clothing, food, and other necessities.
source: WordNet 3.0
provide with abilities or understanding
She was never equipped to be a dancer.
source: WordNet 3.0
To furnish for service, or against a need or exigency; to fit out; to supply with whatever is necessary to efficient action in any way; to provide with arms or an armament, stores, munitions, rigging, etc.; -- said esp. of ships and of troops.
