Phrasal Verb 'gear'

We have 3 phrasal verb definition related to 'gear'.

Gear to

Meaning:

Organise or arrange something for a particular purpose, audience, etc. (Often passive)

Example:

It's not GEARED TO non-specialists.

Notes:

• Inseparable
• International English

Gear towards

Meaning:

Organise or arrange something for a particular purpose, audience, etc

Example:

The project is GEARED TOWARDS older people.

Notes:

• Inseparable
• International English

Gear up

Meaning:

Get ready for a busy period

Example:

The shops are GEARING UP for the New Year sales.

Notes:

• Intransitive
• International English