gearbox

noun

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

Examples of gearbox in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
The conventional gearbox also avoids the droning often associated with continuously variable transmissions (CVTs). New Atlas, 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 On the other hand, the conditions back then provided for one of racing’s iconic moments: Nigel Mansell, his gearbox on the fritz, getting out to push his car on the final lap. Kevin Sherrington mar. 15, Dallas Morning News, 15 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gearbox

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of gearbox was in 1887

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Gearbox.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gearbox. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

gearbox

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

More from Merriam-Webster on gearbox

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster