English dictionary
gear
/g/i/r/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion
Source: WordNet 3.0
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wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed
ExamplesThe fool got his tie caught in the geartrain.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a mechanism for transmitting motion for some specific purpose (as the steering gear of a vehicle)
Synonyms gear mechanismSource: WordNet 3.0
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equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Clothing; garments; ornaments.
Source: webster1913
verb
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set the level or character of
Synonyms pitchSource: WordNet 3.0
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To dress; to put gear on; to harness.
Source: webster1913
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To be in, or come into, gear.
Source: webster1913