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gearing

Definition

  • noun: the parts that transfer motion from one part of a machine to another
  • noun: the act or process of providing or fitting with 'gears'
  • synonyms: harness

Examples

  • Manufacturers are 'gearing up' to produce more merchandise.

  • The coach is 'gearing up' the team for a comeback.

  • The team is 'gearing up' for a comeback.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Yes. - Oh Free parking, which coincidentally is the best thing about Zombieland. - No, best thing about Z-land: No Facebook status updates. You know "Rob Curtis is gearing up for Friday". Who cares. - The best thing is no more flushing, epic. - And worst thing? About Z-land? (..)
    2009 Zombieland