gearbox
2 synonyms for gearbox, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The enclosed unit in a vehicle that houses the gears and connects to the gear lever.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
gear box
gear case
Etymology
Simply gear plus box — the box that houses the gears.
Full origin of gearbox →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.
