noun
Uncommon
gearbox
GEER-boks
Gearbox (noun) means the enclosed unit in a vehicle that houses the gears and connects to the gear lever. Example: “A grinding noise from the gearbox usually means trouble.”
noun
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The enclosed unit in a vehicle that houses the gears and connects to the gear lever.
"A grinding noise from the gearbox usually means trouble."
"The mechanic replaced the worn gearbox before the trip."
How to use gearbox
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe part of a car that contains the gears.
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Word forms
- Plural
- gearboxes
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Etymology
Simply gear plus box — the box that houses the gears.
Synonyms
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gear box
gear case
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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