running gear

noun

1
: the working and carrying parts of a machine (such as a locomotive)
2
: the parts of an automobile chassis not used in developing, transmitting, and controlling power

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Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Brooks makes performance running gear for runners everywhere. Lisa Jhung, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026 Backpacks, running gear, athletic and dress shoes, coats, groceries, dishes, and slowly but surely show up in the cooking and living spaces in my home. Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026 Despite the wet grass, people were in their element: someone waved a massive Wunna Run Club flag; others two-stepped in their running gear; many posed proudly with their medals. Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 25 Nov. 2025 The 2026 Prelude’s running gear is largely a trip to the parts bin, albeit a fine one. Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 5 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for running gear

Word History

First Known Use

1805, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of running gear was in 1805

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“Running gear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/running%20gear. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.

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