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Gear
Sounds like
GEER
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Simple meaning
What does Gear mean?
Gear means equipment or to prepare something.
Dictionary definition
Equipment used for an activity; also, to prepare or adjust something for a purpose.
Example sentences
Gear in a sentence
easy
Pack your camping gear before the trip.
medium
The lesson was geared toward new readers.
hard
Gear can mean tools and equipment, or it can mean to design something for a specific use.
Synonyms
Words like Gear
Antonyms
Opposite words
unpreparedNot ready.
barehandedWithout equipment or tools.
Word family
Gear word family
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does gear mean?
Gear means gear means equipment or to prepare something.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses gear correctly?
The first sentence uses gear in a context that matches its meaning.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to gear?
equipment is the closest match based on the meaning of gear.
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