Pronunciation: /ɡɪr/
noun a mechanical part that transmits motion or power
A1 I need to buy some new gear for my camping trip.
A2 She couldn't find the right gear for her photography hobby.
B1 The skiers were adjusting their gear before hitting the slopes.
B2 The mechanic carefully inspected the gears of the car to ensure smooth operation.
C1 The military operation required precision timing and coordination of all gears.
C2 The company invested in state-of-the-art gear to improve efficiency and productivity.
verb to adjust or adapt to a specific purpose or situation
A1 I gear up for my morning run by putting on my sneakers and stretching.
A2 She gears herself up for the exam by studying late into the night.
B1 The team is gearing up for the championship game with intense training sessions.
B2 The company is gearing up to launch a new product next month.
C1 The government is gearing up for the upcoming election with a new campaign strategy.
C2 The military is gearing up for a potential conflict in the region.
formal The engineer adjusted the gear to optimize the machine's performance.
informal Make sure you have the right gear for camping this weekend.
slang I need to gear up before hitting the gym.
figurative She shifted into high gear to finish the project on time.
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