of the same quantity, size, or degree as another
identical in value; equivalent
of the same quantity, size, degree, value quality, nature, or status as another
identical or equivalent for each member of a group, class, or society
equal rights
evenly balanced or matched
The two opponents were equal
(+ to) capable of meeting the requirements of (something, e.g. a situation or task)
He is quite equal to the job
[Middle English from Latin aequalis, from aequus level, equal]