nounπShareEquipment or paraphernalia, especially that used for an athletic endeavor."The hikers carefully packed their gear for the weekend camping trip. "sportitemwearessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareClothing; garments."My daughter packed her school gear, including a backpack and her uniform. "appearancestylewearessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareGoods; property; household items."My grandmother donated some of her old gear to the local charity shop. "propertyitemassetessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA wheel with grooves (teeth) engraved on the outer circumference, such that two such devices can interlock and convey motion from one to the other; a gear wheel."The bicycle's chain moved smoothly, turning the gears to propel the rider forward. "machinetechnicaldevicepartsystemtechnologyessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA particular combination or choice of interlocking gears, such that a particular gear ratio is achieved."The bicycle's gear allowed the cyclist to easily climb the steep hill. "machinetechnicalpartessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA configuration of the transmission of a motor car so as to achieve a particular ratio of engine to axle torque."The car mechanic adjusted the gear to get a better balance between engine speed and wheel speed. "vehicletechnicalmachineessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareRecreational drugs, including steroids."He was caught using performance-enhancing gear during the track and field season. "medicinesubstanceessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareStuff."My son packed his school gear in his backpack. "itemthingessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareBusiness matters; affairs; concern."My family's current financial gear is tight, so we need to cut back on spending. "businesseconomyessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAnything worthless; nonsense; rubbish."The teacher dismissed the student's ideas as just so much gear. "nothingthingessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo provide with gearing; to fit with gears in order to achieve a desired gear ratio."The engineers geared the new machine to achieve a higher speed. "machinetechnicaltechnologyvehicleessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be in, or come into, gear."The car engine finally geared up and started smoothly. "machinetechnicalessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo dress; to put gear on; to harness."Before the soccer game, the coach had the players gear up with their uniforms and shin guards. "appearancewearessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(usually with to or toward(s)) To design or devise (something) so as to be suitable (for a particular type of person or a particular purpose)."They have geared the hotel mainly at tourists."technologybusinesstechnicalplanmachinesystemfunctionessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo borrow money in order to invest it in assets."To start a small business, Sarah geared $10,000 from a loan. "businessfinanceeconomyassetessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareGreat or fantastic"The new teacher's lesson plan was gear and engaging for the students. "languageexclamationessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
