gearbox

noun

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

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In 2021, the engines, gearboxes, suspension, ground clearance, and tyres would have seen pretty much any racetrack exercise, let alone a wet one, quickly end in tears and ambulances. New Atlas, 6 July 2026 The mill produces 389 hp and 366 ft lbs of torque, all of which is routed to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox, and redlines at 7,700 rpm. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 June 2026 However, components like electric motors, high-voltage batteries, inverters and reduction gearboxes are typically excluded from coverage. Emily Mercer, USA Today, 22 June 2026 Crews exited in last place after a gearbox problem on the 28th lap. ABC News, 21 June 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 Jul. 2026.

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gearbox

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

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