Phrase guide

in gear

prep_phrase · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Having gears correctly aligned so that movement is possible.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

prep_phrase

Meaning 2

In a state of readiness or activity.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: broadly, informal

Examples

  • to get in gear

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

adjective satellite

Meaning 3

having gears engaged

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • the car is in gear

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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