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gearbox

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Noun — The enclosed unit in a vehicle that houses the gears and connects to the gear lever.

Etymology

Simply gear plus box — the box that houses the gears.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “gearbox” mean?

The word “gearbox” means the enclosed unit in a vehicle that houses the gears and connects to the gear lever. In plain terms, the part of a car that contains the gears.

How do you pronounce “gearbox”?

“Gearbox” is pronounced GEER-boks (/ˈɡɪɚbɒks/ in IPA).

How do you use “gearbox” in a sentence?

Here is “gearbox” used in a sentence: “A grinding noise from the gearbox usually means trouble.”

What part of speech is “gearbox”?

“Gearbox” is a noun.

Is “gearbox” a common word?

“Gearbox” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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