gearing
4 synonyms for gearing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The set of gears in a machine, or the ratio between them.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
geartrain
power train
Frequently asked questions
What does “gearing” mean?
The word “gearing” means the set of gears in a machine, or the ratio between them. In plain terms, the system of gears in machinery, or (in finance) how much a company relies on borrowed money.
How do you use “gearing” in a sentence?
Here is “gearing” used in a sentence: “The bike's gearing makes hill climbs much easier.”
What part of speech is “gearing”?
“Gearing” is a noun.
Is “gearing” a common word?
“Gearing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “gearing” have?
“Gearing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the set of gears in a machine, or the ratio between them.
