fitting of vs fitting for

Both 'fitting of' and 'fitting for' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Fitting of' is used when describing characteristics or qualities that are appropriate for a particular situation, while 'fitting for' is used when something is suitable or appropriate for a specific purpose or role.

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fitting of

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to describe characteristics or qualities that are appropriate for a particular situation. It indicates that something is suitable or proper in a given context.

Examples:

His behavior was fitting of a true gentleman.
The design was fitting of a modern art gallery.
Her actions were fitting of a hero.
The speech was fitting of a leader.
The attire was fitting of a formal event.

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The fitting of ESC is not mandatory.
A solution would be the fitting of extra mirrors to eliminate the blind spots.
The fitting of an Advanced emergency braking system is not required for special purpose vehicles in accordance with Article 1 of Regulation (EU) No 347/2012.
The fitting of a Lane departure warning system is not required for special purpose vehicles in accordance with Article 1 of Regulation (EU) No 351/2012.
The fitting of GSM-R is mandatory when:
This proposal in particular provides for the fitting of sufficiently strong standardised anchorages for attaching safety belts.
The fitting of a heating system shall not be required.
The fitting of ESC shall not be required.
Directive 76/756/EEC should therefore be amended in order to allow the fitting of these devices.
Where tanks are intended for carriage by sea, the requirements of 6.8.3.2.9 shall not prohibit the fitting of safety valves conforming to the IMDG Code.
When battery-wagons or MEGCs are intended for carriage by sea, the requirements of 6.8.3.2.24 shall not prohibit the fitting of safety valves conforming to the IMDG Code.
The Commission has taken due note of the technical difficulties that could arise during the fitting of such instruments to existing vessels.
On Thursday, 8 September 2011 Commissioner Kroes presented a proposal which would make the fitting of the eCall emergency call system to all new cars mandatory.
Space shall be provided for the fitting of one or more first-aid kits.
The fitting of an electronic stability control ("ESC") system is required in accordance with Article 12 of Regulation (EC) No 661/2009.
The fitting of an ESC system is required in accordance with Article 12 of Regulation (EC) No 661/2009.
Requirements concerning the fitting of an approved CCD
The fitting of an electronic stability control system is required in accordance with Article 12 of this Regulation.
The fitting of each of the lighting and light-signalling devices mentioned in paragraphs 5.14 and 5.15 above shall be effected in conformity with the relevant requirements in paragraph 6 of this Regulation.
The fitting of any lighting and light-signalling devices other than those mentioned in paragraphs 5.14 and 5.15 is prohibited for the purposes of type approval.

Alternatives:

appropriate for
suitable for
proper for
befitting of

fitting for

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that something is suitable or appropriate for a specific purpose or role. It implies that the object or person in question is well-suited for a particular function.