kit

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BrE /kɪt/ AmE /kɪt/

noun en → es

1 SET OF TOOLS/ITEMS [singular] B1

a set of tools, equipment, or materials that are used for a particular purpose and usually kept together in one place

kit, equipo, conjunto de herramientas

  • a kit for doing something

Collocations first aid kit · emergency kit

  • The first-aid kit contains bandages and antiseptic.

    El botiquín contiene vendas y antiséptico.

2 SPORTS EQUIPMENT [singular] B1

a set of equipment that is used for a particular sport or activity, especially when you are going to travel somewhere to do it

equipo deportivo, material de entrenamiento

  • a kit for doing something

Collocations skiing kit · surfing kit

  • He packed his camping kit and set off.

    Empacó su equipo de acampada y se fue.

1 SET OF COMPONENTS [singular] B2

a set of parts that are used to make or repair something, especially a machine or piece of equipment

conjunto de piezas, kit de reparación

  • a kit for doing something

Collocations car repair kit · computer repair kit

  • The car repair kit includes all the tools you need.

    El kit de reparación del automóvil incluye todas las herramientas que necesitas.

2 DIY PROJECT [singular] B2

a set of materials and instructions for making something yourself, especially as a hobby or pastime

kit de bricolaje, proyecto DIY

  • a kit for doing something

Collocations model airplane kit · jewelry-making kit

  • She bought a model airplane kit to build.

    Compró un kit de avión modelo para construir.