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gearbox

/ˈɡɪər.bɒks/ noun · British & US
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What does gearbox mean?

noun

A component of a machine that transmits power from a prime mover to a machine or a set of machines, typically consisting of a set of gears and shafts.

Example

"The car's gearbox was faulty, causing the engine to stall."

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