gear

[ɡɪr]

gear Definition

• 1. a set of toothed wheels that work together to alter the relation between the speed of a driving mechanism (such as the engine of a vehicle or the crank of a bicycle) and the speed of the driven parts (the wheels)
• 2. equipment that is used for a particular purpose
• 3. to prepare oneself or someone or something for a particular purpose or activity

Using gear: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gear" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I need to buy some camping gear before we go on our trip.

• Example

  He shifted the car into gear and drove away.

• Example

  She geared up for the big race by practicing every day.

• Example

  The factory produces gears for use in machinery.

gear Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for gear

• equipment
• apparatus
• tackle
• kit
• tools

Phrases with gear

• high gear

  a state of maximum activity or productivity

  Example

  We're in high gear now, trying to finish the project before the deadline.

• low gear

  a state of reduced activity or productivity

  Example

  We've been in low gear since the pandemic started, but we're slowly getting back to normal.

• get in gear

  to start working or making progress towards a goal

  Example

  We need to get in gear if we want to finish this project on time.

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Summary: gear in Brief

The term 'gear' [ɡɪr] refers to a set of toothed wheels that work together to alter the relation between the speed of a driving mechanism and the speed of the driven parts, or equipment that is used for a particular purpose. It can also mean to prepare oneself or someone or something for a particular purpose or activity. Examples include 'He shifted the car into gear and drove away.' and 'I need to buy some camping gear before we go on our trip.' Phrases like 'high gear' denote maximum activity, while 'low gear' implies reduced activity.