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单词 gear
释义
gear
(gɪəʳ )
Word forms: gears , gearing , geared
1. countable noun B2
The gears on a machine or vehicle are a device for changing the rate at which energy is changed into motion.
On hills, he must use low gears.
The car was in fourth gear.
He put the truck in gear and drove on.
2. uncountable noun B2
The gear involved in a particular activity is the equipment or special clothing that you use.
About 100 officers in riot gear were needed to break up the fight.
...fishing gear.
They helped us put our gear back into the van.
Synonyms: possessions, things, effects, stuff  
3. uncountable noun
Gear means clothing. [informal]
I used to wear trendy gear but it just looked ridiculous.
Synonyms: clothing, wear, dress, clothes  
4. uncountable noun
Some people refer to illegal drugs, especially heroin, as gear. [British, informal]
Are these people using gear and amphetamines at the same time?
5. passive verb
If someone or something is geared to or towards a particular purpose, they are organized or designed in order to achieve that purpose.
Colleges are not always geared to the needs of mature students. [be VERB-ed + to]
My training was geared towards winning gold in Munich. [be V-ed + towards]
Synonyms: equip, fit, suit, adjust  
Phrasal verbs:
gear up
phrasal verb [usually passive]
If someone is gearing up for a particular activity, they are preparing to do it. If they are geared up to do a particular activity, they are prepared to do it.
...another indication that the Government is gearing up for an election. [V P + for/to]
The factory was geared up to make 1,100 cars a day. [be V-ed P to-inf]
Vocabulary Builder
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Idioms:
get into gear
to start to deal with something in an effective way
The town itself has got into gear with a campaign to improve the environment.
get your brain into gear [informal]
to start thinking clearly about something, so that you can achieve what needs to be done
All I want is to get my brain into gear and get back to the top.
Collocations:
camouflage gear
He was known to enjoy dressing up in camouflage gear.
The Sun (2014)
She might be trying to blend into the background going by her camouflage gear.
The Sun (2013)
I was wearing bright blue body armour instead of the camouflage gear worn by all military personnel.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
cycling gear
She changed out of her cycling gear and into normal clothes.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
He was found near his bike in his cycling gear.
The Sun (2012)
Each will be wearing full cycling gear - Lycra top, skin-tight padded shorts, shoes clipped firmly to the pedals.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
designer gear
She spends a fortune on designer baby gear and toys.
The Sun (2014)
For these women, designer gear is not a luxury - it's an addiction.
The Sun (2012)
You can also buy designer gear second-hand online.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
fishing gear
I can just chuck my fishing gear in the back and head off.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Bikes, phones, laptops and fishing gear were stolen as he raided three homes in one night.
The Sun (2015)
When it comes to fishing gear I have spoilt myself.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
gear selection
You're forcing yourself to think the whole time about the balance of speed and gear selection.
Times, Sunday Times
Lights on the handlebars indicate battery life, speed and gear selection.
Times, Sunday Times
This causes a horrible grating noise and impedes gear selection.
Times, Sunday Times
Again, the major changes were for improved gear selection.
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Elimination of this linkage removes any shift effort from the drivers gear selection.
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gym gear
You don't have to spend a fortune and wear designer gym gear.
The Sun (2015)
I'm on the road so much I always make sure I have my gym gear with me in case I get the opportunity to squeeze in some exercise.
The Sun (2014)
Sadly he didn't bring his school gym gear so he couldn't take part in the sports day.
The Sun (2012)
heavy gear
It makes it seem so easy because, unlike the original 4x4s, there are no big, heavy gear levers needed to switch to off-roading.
The Sun
The paratroops donned such heavy gear (they had to survive behind enemy lines for weeks) they couldn't walk onto the transport planes on their own.
Times, Sunday Times
Nevertheless, the group has proved much more resilient than during the 1990s property crash, when it struggled under heavy gearing of 120 per cent.
Times, Sunday Times
Elliptical cross sections are preferred for lighter loads while remaining cross sections are used for large and heavy gears.
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hiking gear
Add in your favourite hiking gear, waterproofs, a quick-drying towel, a walkers' first-aid kit, a head torch, a water bottle and flip-flops for loafing.
Times,Sunday Times
He had the correct thermal hiking gear - and tent - to trek to the base.
Times, Sunday Times
You'll need basic map-reading skills, decent hiking gear and clear weather for these...
Times, Sunday Times
The next morning, having run out of cash, we cobbled some change together for coffees, then off we went — no food, suncream, hats, or hiking gear of any kind.
The Sun
The estate version comfortably seats four, has a big boot for hiking gear and, despite being a hoot to drive, returns a frugal 68.9mpg in mixed motoring.
Times, Sunday Times
lifting gear
Emergency teams had trouble getting lifting gear and cranes through the narrow streets to the disaster scene.
Mail and Guardian (2010)
Rescuers using metal cut-ters and lifting gear battled to free people found alive.
The Sun (2006)
Last year it was reported that so many dogs are obese that vets are installing lifting gear.
Times,Sunday Times (2020)
outdoor gear
Many websites that claim to give impartial advice on outdoor gear are little more than online shops.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
But you can save pounds by shopping wisely on your outdoor gear.
The Sun (2011)
Online sales rose 49 per cent at the outdoor gear firm.
The Sun (2016)
You can buy a lock for your skis at outdoor gear shops - check if your policy insists on one.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Then she donned her outdoor gear, turning the world green as she slipped on her goggles.
Garth Nix LIRAEL: DAUGHTER OF THE CLAYR (2002)
protective gear
The company also makes helmets and other protective gear for snow sports.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
In many of the hospitals, there was no protective gear, and nurses were working without gloves and masks.
Christianity Today (2000)
Each burial must be carried out in full protective gear.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
rain gear
Most players took off their rain gear.
Times, Sunday Times
Armed with binoculars and headphones (and rain gear if necessary), spectators occupy tiered seating outside on the terrace.
Times, Sunday Times
I present, by way of proof, the fact that nothing gets them more exercised than the topic of rain gear.
Times, Sunday Times
Plus it's going to be raining rain gear come spring (see below).
Times, Sunday Times
People of all ages sloshed around in rain gear, gaping, pointing, laughing.
Times, Sunday Times
riding gear
I imagine such simple things as washing your hands before a test, and wearing riding gear rather than street clothes, might be obvious precautions.
Times, Sunday Times
I get up quietly at 4.30 and tiptoe downstairs in my riding gear.
Times, Sunday Times
She continued to get larger and eventually had no choice but to buy her riding gear from specialist plus-size shops.
The Sun
Her first winner took 60 rides, the second came 18 months later after the riding gear had more than once been thrust into the cupboard in frustration.
Times, Sunday Times
They have riding gear, boots, helmets, parts and accessories.
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safety gear
The mechanics wear safety gear and helmets.
The Sun (2013)
Safety gear - helmet, knee and elbow pads and wrist guards - is a must.
The Sun (2006)
His fondness for visiting workplaces for photo opportunities in work clothes and safety gear has not gone unnoticed.
The Sun (2014)
scuba gear
After deactivating the alarm two of the men donned scuba gear and disappeared over the side of the yacht to check the hull.
MacNeill, Alistair ALASTAIR MCLEAN'S 'NIGHT WATCH' (2001)
That was until we donned our scuba gear and plunged in.
The Sun (2012)
But you can also swim with turtles, or don scuba gear and explore the corals and colourful fish of the deep.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Once he was strong enough, he would steal the scuba gear from Nihal's tent and fish for grouper in the lagoon.
Ballard, J. G. RUSHING TO PARADISE (2004)
Passengers in scuba gear are lowered over the side in metal cages.
The Sun (2008)
ski gear
As for ski gear, you'll have no problem hiring it all in town.
The Sun (2010)
The airline carries ski gear free of charge.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
They had ski gear specially adapted for their injuries.
The Sun (2009)
sports gear
Clothing and sports gear are also on the list of protected categories.
The Sun
You don't want to be seen to be muscular, and the sports gear looked so clunky.
Times, Sunday Times
They could also get money off clothes, computer games and sports gear under the scheme.
The Sun
So pack away the hoodies and jackets, it's time to flaunt your body in strappy sports gear.
The Sun
In fashion, sports gear and electronics (the focus of much of the looting) they want their shops up to date.
Times, Sunday Times
survival gear
Fully loaded snowmobiles, packed with survival gear and spare fuel, can weigh more than 600lb, demanding huge upper- body strength.
Times, Sunday Times
We could ship them all out, supply basic survival gear and save taxpayers the cost of keeping them until the job market picks up.
Times, Sunday Times
Detectives also found 'survival gear', including breathing apparatus, in the room.
Times, Sunday Times
He has since appeared in several advertising campaigns, written 11 books and launched his own range of clothing and survival gear.
Times, Sunday Times
He unpacked his case and filled it with his survival gear.
Times, Sunday Times
switch gear
These were regulated with oil switches, and the transformers and switch gear were housed in the south end of the generator building.
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For medium-voltage distribution substations, metal-enclosed switch gear may be used and no live conductors exposed at all.
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For higher voltages, gas-insulated switch gear reduces the space required around live bus.
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It has been widely used to coat automobile bodies and parts, tractors and heavy equipment, electrical switch gear, appliances, metal furniture, beverage containers, fasteners, and many other industrial products.
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I switched gear and decided to think of the positive things, of which there are plenty, rather than the negative.
Times, Sunday Times
wear gear
The police wore riot gear.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Simply wearing protective gear is not enough.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
They also know that wearing great exercise gear inspires them to go for that run.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
wet gear
Has a separate section for wet gear and shoes.
The Sun
There are even clever carriers designed to cope with swimmers' wet gear.
The Sun
We have to do it 20 to 30 times a day with wet gear and skis on.
Times, Sunday Times
He would even dry our wet gear if we forgot to do it.
Times, Sunday Times
It makes it difficult to dry out clothing and there's nothing more uncomfortable (and chaffing) than cycling in wet gear.
Times, Sunday Times
wet weather gear
Here are some great deals on wellies and other wet weather gear.
The Sun
Flat shoes, heels, notebook, cereal bars, diet sodas, wet weather gear, suncream.
The Sun
Sticks for steep or uneven ground can be helpful; wet weather gear if it's going to rain.
Times, Sunday Times
Put on your wellies and wet weather gear and jump in puddles.
The Sun
The game was frequently stopped to clear raincoats and other wet weather gear from the field.
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workout gear
You would always see him in his workout gear.
The Sun (2006)
But that's definitely no excuse to hang up the workout gear.
The Sun (2015)
Leaving damp, sweaty workout gear inside your gym bag is another big no-no.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Translations:
Chinese: 齿轮, 传动装置
Japanese: ギア mechanism, 用具 equipment
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