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gearing

/ˈɡɪərɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does gearing mean?

noun

The system of toothed wheels and gears in a machine, used for transmitting motion and power. The process of adjusting the relationship between the speed of a machine and the effort required to operate it.

Example

"The engineer spent hours adjusting the gearing to optimize the engine's performance."

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