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• Sustantivo que designa un componente mecánico, generalmente una rueda dentada, que transmite movimiento o par entre partes de una máquina; también se usa en sentido más amplio para referirse a equipo, aparejos o utensilios.

A noun referring to a mechanical component, typically a toothed wheel, that transmits motion or torque between machine parts; also used more broadly for equipment or apparatus.

1. Mechanical componentB1formaltechnical

   A toothed wheel that engages with another toothed mechanism to transmit motion or change speed.

   Engranaje (pieza mecánica)

   • The mechanic replaced the broken gear in the engine.
   • Bicycles have multiple gears for different terrains.
   • The gears in the clock must be perfectly aligned.

   Sinónimoscogcogwheelsprockettoothed wheel

2. Equipment or clothingA2informal

   Specialized equipment, clothing, or accessories used for a particular activity.

   Equipo o indumentaria

   • Don't forget to pack your hiking gear for the trip.
   • She bought new camping gear for the weekend.
   • The football team wore their protective gear during practice.

   Sinónimosapparatusequipmentkitoutfitparaphernaliastufftackle

3. Speed or paceB2informal

   A particular level of speed, effort, or intensity in an activity.

   Marcha, ritmo o nivel

   • He shifted into high gear to finish the project on time.
   • The team kicked into gear after the halftime break.
   • She moved into top gear to complete the marathon.

   Sinónimosintensitypaceratespeedtempo

• Verbo que significa preparar, ajustar o equipar algo para un propósito o situación específica, o adaptar algo para que funcione adecuadamente con otra cosa.

A verb used to indicate the act of preparing, adjusting, or equipping something for a particular purpose or situation.

1. B2formal

   To prepare or adjust something for a particular purpose or situation.

   adaptar o ajustar

   • The course is geared towards beginners.
   • We need to gear our strategy to meet the new demands.
   • The company geared its production for the holiday season.

   Sinónimosadaptadjustaimattuneequipfitorientprepareregulatetailor

2. Equip or outfitB2informal

   To provide with necessary equipment or gear.

   Equipar o pertrechar

   • They geared up for the long hike with proper boots and backpacks.
   • The team geared themselves with the latest technology.
   • He geared his car with new tires for the winter.

   Sinónimosappointarmequipfit outfurnishkit outoutfitrigsupply

   Antónimosdisarmdisrobestripunclotheunfit

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