Definition of gear - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
toolsequipment or tools needed for a specific activity
- He packed his fishing gear for the trip.
2.
car drive levelTECH. setting or position in a vehicle's transmission systemTECH.
- The car struggled in third gear on the hill.
3.
mechanicalTECH. toothed wheel that engages with another to transmit motion in a machineTECH.
- The gears in the clock ensure accurate timekeeping.
4.
- She wore her racing gear during the competition.
5.
- He was caught with illegal gear.
6.
aviationTECH. wheels and struts that support aircraft during takeoff and landingTECH.
- The plane's gear was damaged during landing.
Verb
1.
preparationtr. equip with necessary itemstr.
- They geared the explorers for the Arctic expedition.
2.
adaptationtr. adjust to fit or work with anothertr.
- The schedule was geared to match the new timetable.
3.
generaltr. Dated design or devise for a specific purposetr. Dated
- The program is geared towards young learners.
4.
financeintr. TECH. UK borrow money to invest in assetsintr. TECH. UK
- The company geared up to expand its operations.
Images of gear
toothed wheel that engages with another to transmit motion in a machine 
clothing, especially that used for a particular purpose or profession 
wheels and struts that support aircraft during takeoff and landing
Expressions with gear
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put on special clothing or equipment
The team geared up for the game.
gear setting in vehicles for high speed
When the road cleared, he shifted into high gear.
change gears in a vehicle to adjust speed
He had to shift gear to climb the hill.
state of maximum performance or efficiency
The team was in top gear during the final match.
moving while the vehicle is set to its lowest gear
He drove in first gear up the steep hill.
change the gear in a vehicle to start moving
She shifted into gear and drove away.
make something suitable for a particular purpose or group
The course is geared to beginners.
get ready for something important or challenging
We need to gear up for the big game.
start working effectively or efficiently
We need to get in gear if we want to finish on time.
working with great intensity or effort
She was in high gear preparing for the exam.
suddenly perform better after sustained effort
In the final lap, she found another gear.
at the highest level of activity or speed
The team was working in top gear to finish the project.
with increased speed or intensity
The project moved into high gear after the meeting.
increase effort or speed in an activity
The team needs to shift into higher gear to win.
start to perform effectively or make progress
After the break, the team clicked into gear and won.
reduce the level of activity or intensity
After the project deadline, we can gear down and relax.
prepare or adjust for a specific activity
She geared up to run the marathon.
start working effectively or efficiently
We need to get into gear to meet the deadline.
start thinking clearly or become mentally ready for something
I need to get my brain in gear before the exam.
start thinking clearly or focusing on something
I need to get my brain into gear before the exam.
start working or moving faster or with more effort
You need to get your butt in gear if you want to finish.
start moving or working faster or with more effort
You need to get your rear in gear or you'll be late!
operating using the lowest gear for maximum power
The truck was in bottom gear climbing the hill.
fully prepared and operational
The team was in full gear for the match.
Origin of gear
Old Norse, gervi (equipment)
Terms with gear included in their meaning
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outdoor gear
grill or pit for cooking food outdoors
combat gear
weapons and ammunition
travel gear
suitable for sleeping outside, often in a tent
sea gear
swim underwater using special equipment
gear
suited for wearing on long trail walks
automobile
the gear setting for backward travel
sleeping gear
inflatable mattress used for sleeping
safety equipment
protective gear worn on the arm
protection
protective gear worn on the arm
safety
protective gear for cyclists' heads
training gear
protective gloves used in boxing training
field gear
athletic footwear with sole studs for better ground hold
sports
gear used for safety and support in climbing
safety equipment
protective gear for climbers' heads against impacts
safety gear
protective headgear worn by construction workers
sports
protective gear worn on the elbow
protective gear
padded helmet with face mask for football players
vehicle movement
start moving backward by using the reverse gear
sports
bag for carrying gym clothes and gear
safety gear
protective helmet worn on construction sites
ice hockey gear
equipment used to hit the puck in hockey
field hockey gear
stick used in field hockey to handle the ball
general protection
protective gear worn on knees to prevent injury
safety gear
flotation device worn to keep a person afloat in water
Examples of gear in a sentence
The camping gear was loaded into the car. Shift into first gear before the turn. Leave the truck in gear when parked. The broken gear caused the machine to malfunction. He examined the gear to ensure it was properly aligned. He packed his hiking gear for the trip.
The firefighters donned their protective gear. He was suspected of selling gear at the gym. Using gear can have serious health consequences. The pilot checked the gear before takeoff. The aircraft's gear was retracted smoothly after departure. The team geared the athletes for the competition. We geared the hikers with the latest equipment. The program is geared towards beginners. The project was geared to meet local needs. The course is geared to meet industry standards. The campaign was geared for maximum impact. They geared their investments towards high-risk stocks. He geared his savings to buy more shares.
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- French:équipement, équiper, ...
- German:Ausrüstung, ausrüsten, ...
- Italian:strumenti, equipaggiare, ...
- Spanish:equipo, proveer, ...
- Portuguese:material, preparar, ...
- Chinese:装备, 配备, ...
- Japanese:道具, 装備する, ...
- Arabic:معدات, جهَّزَ, ...
- Hebrew:צִיּוּד, לְצַיֵּד, ...
- Russian:снаряжение, снаряжать, ...
- Ukrainian:спорядження, оснащувати, ...
- Hindi:सामान, सुसज्जित करना, ...
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