Gear Definition & Meaning
gear
- noun
- a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion
- wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed; "the fool got his tie caught in the geartrain"
- a mechanism for transmitting motion for some specific purpose (as the steering gear of a vehicle)
- equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc.
- verb
- set the level or character of; "She pitched her speech to the teenagers in the audience"
"Gear" in song lyrics
See how gear is used in real songs:
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"And outdated gear"
2Mex — Treesun -
"Do another show in some new fresh gear"
The 49ers — Breath of Fresh Air -
"So I get high, instead of going to my gear"
The 49ers f/ DOE — Can You Feel That
Words that rhyme with gear
Usage tips for "gear"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "gear" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for gear to find words that pair well.