aparejar

Aparejar is a Spanish verb with several related meanings depending on context. The core sense is to prepare, equip, or connect elements so that something is ready for use or operation. In nautical and transport contexts, aparejar means to rig or outfit a vessel with its masts, sails, and rigging, or to prepare it for sailing. A typical use: El capitán ordenó aparejar el buque para la travesía.

In general mechanical, industrial, and everyday language, aparejar also means to equip or fit with the necessary gear or components, or to arrange pieces for assembly. Example sentences include: La empresa debe aparejar las piezas antes del montaje; El taller apareció la máquina con los componentes adecuados.

In biological or breeding contexts, aparejar may denote the act of pairing or mating animals.

Conjugation and usage notes: aparejar is a regular -ar verb. Present indicative forms are: aparejo, aparejas, aparece, aparejamos, aparejáis, aparecen. Other tenses follow standard -ar conjugation patterns.

Related terms and distinctions: aparejo refers to gear, rigging, or equipment related to a vessel, machine, or operation; aparejamiento denotes the process of rigging or assembling, or the act of pairing in some contexts. The reflexive form aparejarse can mean to pair up or to prepare oneself for a task, and in breeding contexts can imply mating.