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

Examples of running gear in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The chassis and running gear have all received attention, essentially turning what was once a gloriously basic little city car into something considerably more sophisticated underneath. — New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026

Trailer manufacturers Kässbohrer and Krone have adopted the platform, as has BPW—the same running gear specialist co-developing the Nivalis axle. — IEEE Spectrum, 8 July 2026

Since launching in 2014, Ciele Athletics now sells its running gear in over 1,300 stores across 43 countries. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 8 May 2026

Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Brooks makes performance running gear for runners everywhere. — Lisa Jhung, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1805, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for running gear

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