Vyzbrojit

Vyzbrojit is a Czech verb that translates to "to arm" or "to equip" in English. It generally refers to the act of providing weapons, ammunition, or other necessary equipment to a person, group, or military force. The term can also be used in a more figurative sense to mean preparing someone with knowledge, skills, or resources to face a challenge or accomplish a task.

The grammatical form "vyzbrojit" is the perfective aspect of the verb. Its imperfective counterpart is "vyzbrojovat," which describes the ongoing or repeated action of arming or equipping. For example, one might say "armáda se vyzbrojuje" (the army is being armed) using the imperfective, or "stát vyzbrojil své jednotky" (the state armed its units) using the perfective.

The etymology of the word can be traced back to the Proto-Slavic root "*vъz-" meaning "up" or "out," and "*brojь" meaning "number," "array," or "armament." This suggests an origin related to organizing or preparing a force in a numerical or structured way.

In military contexts, "vyzbrojit" is a common term, referring to the procurement and distribution of weapons systems, from small arms to heavy artillery, as well as protective gear and logistical support. Beyond the military, it can apply to equipping police forces, security personnel, or even individuals preparing for self-defense, depending on the legal framework. Figuratively, "vyzbrojit někoho znalostmi" would mean to equip someone with knowledge.