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gearing

nounfemininetechnicalcommon/ẽɡɾɨˈnaʒɐ̃j̃/en·gre·na·gem

Definition

1

A set of toothed wheels that engage with each other to transmit motion and force in a machine.

Usage examples

“The clock's gearing mechanism is very intricate.”
“The gearing in the transmission was faulty.”

Common combinations

gear systemgear wheelchange gear