1. plural of apparatus; complex machines, equipment, or systems designed for a particular purpose
Usage: formal
2. plural of apparatus; complex organizational systems or structures
Usage: formal

Examples

• The laboratory contained several sophisticated apparatuses for chemical analysis.
• Emergency response teams arrived with their rescue apparatuses.
• The gym was equipped with various exercise apparatuses.
• Scientists used different apparatuses to measure atmospheric pressure.
• The government’s security apparatuses worked together to prevent threats.
• Medical apparatuses in the hospital required regular maintenance.
• The research facility housed expensive scientific apparatuses.