Synonyms for Gear
Definition of 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)
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "gear"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like appurtenances, cogwheel, paraphernalia can replace "gear" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"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"And outdated gear"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