gearbox

noun

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

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And that racing pedigree gets further recognition in its gearbox. New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2026 Unlike many hybrid vehicles, the RX uses a traditional six-speed automatic gearbox instead of a slushy CVT. Jesus R. Garcia, Houston Chronicle, 29 Mar. 2026 All-wheel-drive and a snap-shifting dual-clutch gearbox enabled the 918 Spyder to make the most of that. Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026 The import taxes have raised the costs of engines, steel, gearboxes and clutches made abroad that Allen needs to build power trowels that can sell for up to $100,000 each. Josh Boak, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gearbox

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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 7 Apr. 2026.

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gearbox

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

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