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 While most opted for traditional running gear — sneakers, workout leggings and even shorts, in spite of the 45-degree weather — others donned colorful costumes as birds, royalty, cheerleaders, football players and a Lunar New Year-style dragon. Lauren J. Mapp, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Feb. 2024 There’s plenty of running apparel to choose from, as well as useful running gear from speed and distance monitors to hydration packs. Priscilla Blossom, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024 Now, go forth and have fun with the best winter running gear for 2023. Laura Holt, Travel + Leisure, 16 Nov. 2023 The brothers run like boxers did in the first half of the 20th Century, which means switching their lightweight running gear for boots and workwear. Philip Ellis, Men's Health, 13 Aug. 2023 Shop more great running gear for dogs and humans Gifts for dog lovers | Gifts for runners | Fall running gear | Winter running gear | Stability running shoes Mike Richard Mike Richard has traveled the world since 2008. Mike Richard, Women's Health, 23 Aug. 2023 My favorite feature: The shoe compartment on the bottom of the bag keeps a pair of sneakers or sandals separate from your clothes. $168 at Lululemon Lululemon Fast and Free running belt This ultra slim, lightweight belt bag is on our editors' list of top running gear. Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2023 What's the running gear to pack for destination races? Ashley Wolfgang, SELF, 15 Mar. 2023 Despite having the same stellar running gear (and even more power in the case of the GX) the Lexus variants have always been more susceptible to body damage and are too superficially delicate to beat up off-road. Dan Edmunds, Car and Driver, 1 Aug. 2023

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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 28 Mar. 2024.

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