gears
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B1
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/ɡɪrz/
🇬🇧
/ɡɪəz/
(gear)
adapted or equipped
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gear' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'gervi,' where 'gervi' meant 'apparel or equipment.'
Historical Evolution
'gervi' transformed into the Middle English word 'gere,' and eventually became the modern English word 'gear.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'apparel or equipment,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'mechanical parts that transmit motion.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
toothed wheels that work together to alter the relation between the speed of a driving mechanism and the speed of the driven parts.
The car's gears need to be changed smoothly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45