Fitment

[f. FIT v. + -MENT.]

  † 1.  A making fit, preparation. Obs.

1611.  Shaks., Cymb., V. v. 409.

  † 2.  That which is fitting or proper; duty. Obs.

1608.  Shaks., Per., IV. vi. 6. When she should doe for Clyents her fitment, and doe mee the kindenesse of our profession, she has me her quirks, her reasons, her maisters reasons, her prayers, her knees, that shee would make a Puritaine of the diuell, if hee should cheapen a kisse of her.

  3.  A piece of furniture. Usually in pl. Fittings.

1851.  Ord. & Regul. R. Engineers, § 4. 19. The expense of repairs of Fences, Fixtures, Fitments, &c.

1862.  Mrs. Freshfield, Grisons & Bern., xvii. 282. A highly decorated armoire, or press, stood against the wall, in keeping with the other fitments of the room; but the most remarkable part of the furniture was a very handsome stove, made of delicate white and blue earthenware.

1888.  Illustr. Lond. News, 29 Dec. Every variety of Fitment and Furniture.

1891.  Times, 22 Oct., 16/5. The library has an enamelled wood fitment.