gearhead

noun

gear·​head ˈgir-ˌhed How to pronounce gearhead (audio)
Synonyms of gearheadnext
: a person who pursues mechanical or technological interests (as in automobiles or computers)

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For young gearheads, cars quickly factor into the equation, and the notion of utopia soon includes exploring those fabled peaks and valleys in one’s personal dream machine, often a Porsche 911. Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 1 June 2026 Organizers are a handful of geezer gearheads who hang out most mornings at Gurnee Donuts. Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026 The Soho location is one of the 11 REI shops that have unionized in the past few years, and its closure will leave a gaping hole in the market for the city’s gearheads looking to try on climbing shoes or find an ultralight tent for their next backpacking trip. Clio Chang, Curbed, 26 May 2026 It’s been a few years since Brewster last watched the movie, which established the lore of the Toretto family, a crew of gearheads and street racers led by Diesel’s Dominic. Angelique Jackson, Variety, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for gearhead

Word History

First Known Use

1974, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gearhead was in 1974

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“Gearhead.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gearhead. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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