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| planet gear |
a gear that meshes with and describes a circular path around another gear, esp. in an epicyclic train; planet wheel. |
| planet wheel |
see "planet gear." |
| regear |
combined form of gear. |
| reverse |
the state of a mechanism that brings about reverse movement, esp. a gear of an automobile transmission. (Cf. forward.) [2/15 definitions] |
| rig |
to provide with equipment, gear, clothing, or the like; fit or equip (usu. fol. by "out" or "up"). [2/10 definitions] |
| scuba diving |
the act of swimming underwater wearing scuba gear, as for recreation or scientific investigation. |
| sea bag |
a large cylindrical canvas duffle bag, used by sailors to carry clothing and other personal gear. |
| skid |
(usu. pl.) a runner used as part of the landing gear of certain aircraft. [1/8 definitions] |
| spur gear |
a gear wheel with teeth that are cut parallel to the axis of rotation. |
| step-down |
designating a transformer that reduces voltage, or a gear that reduces speed. [1/2 definitions] |
| synchromesh |
designating a gear-shifting mechanism that synchronizes the speeds of the two gears to be meshed, so that the transition is smooth. |
| tack |
riding gear, such as saddles and bridles. [2/12 definitions] |
| tackle |
equipment or gear used in a sport or hobby such as fishing. [1/7 definitions] |
| torque |
the measured ability of a force to produce turning or twisting around an axis, such as a gear or shaft. |
| touch football |
a variety of football played without protective gear in which the ball carrier is stopped by being touched by an opponent instead of being tackled. |
| undercarriage |
an airplane's landing gear. [1/2 definitions] |
| unship |
to remove (a piece of nautical gear) from the proper position for use. [1/3 definitions] |
| worm wheel |
the gear wheel in a worm gear. |
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