Thesaurus results for APPARATUS

apparatus

noun

ˌa-pə-ˈra-təs

Definition of apparatus

as in equipment

items needed for the performance of a task or activity the hospital's operating rooms boast the very latest medical apparatus

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Recent Examples of apparatus And the staff handles that amid the backdrop of a kinetic healthcare delivery apparatus. — Richard Menger Md Mpa, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026 The Muon g-2 apparatus uses a 50-foot-diameter superconducting storage ring to hold positive muons — technically anti-muons — traveling at nearly the speed of light. — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2026 Scientists have also found giant squid beaks (its biting apparatus) in sperm whale stomachs. — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 13 Aug. 2026 The draft rules plug this gap, pulling digital assets directly into this legacy gatekeeping apparatus, treating cross-border stablecoin moves as standard bank transfers to keep tabs on money leaving the country. — Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for apparatus

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Cellphones – the kind used to actually talk to people rather than text and post to social media – weren’t mandatory personal equipment yet, though various personalities involved at the time had them.

— Andy Rose, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
And then there are other equipment ideas that aren’t as far along, inspired by Coke’s desire to branch out into dirty soda, refreshers and coffee.

— Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026

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Target is already staking its claim with a large array of emerging grooming brands in all stores plus high-end gear like Uppababy, Doona and Stokke in 200 Baby Boutiques.

— Faye Brookman, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
Then the Cavaliers rediscovered their championship gear, outscoring the Terrors 36-0 in the second half for a dominant 49-22 victory.

— Jack Leo, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026

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