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gear

/dɪər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does gear mean?

noun, verb

A toothed wheel or other part that meshes with another toothed wheel or rack to transmit motion or change the speed or direction of rotation. To adjust or prepare something for a particular purpose or situation.

Example

"The cyclist had to gear up for the steep hill."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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