gearshift
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gear·shift

noun \ˈgir-ˌshift\

Definition of GEARSHIFT

: a mechanism by which the transmission gears in a power-transmission system are engaged and disengaged; also : a lever for controlling such a mechanism

First Known Use of GEARSHIFT

circa 1924

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