gearbox

noun

gear·​box ˈgir-ˌbäks How to pronounce gearbox (audio)

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Aston Martin’s other car, driven by Lance Stroll, retired early because of a gearbox issue. ABC News, 14 June 2026 When paddle shifters came in, people complained about it not being racing, and the driver not being in control with the new gearbox. Jerry Perez, The Drive, 11 June 2026 Details of the new car include a choice of gearboxes between a 6-speed manual for traditionalists or a high-tech 10-speed automatic with steering-wheel shift paddles. New Atlas, 3 June 2026 One key to that was the new dual-clutch paddle-shift transmission, replacing the sequential manual gearbox known for harsh shifts in many circumstances. Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for gearbox

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of gearbox was in 1887

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“Gearbox.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gearbox. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.

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gearbox

noun
gear·​box ˈgi(ə)r-ˌbäks How to pronounce gearbox (audio)

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