Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

gear case

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.43 in modern English

Syllables
gear -case
IPA
11
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
2
Syllables
6
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

An enclosure for the bicycle chain and sprocket assemblages commonly employed by utility bicycles. It protects the chain from mud and dirt and may also contain an oil bath to keep the chain lubricated.

Inflected Forms

gear cases (plural) gearcase (alternative)

Synonyms

chain case gearbox gear box

Questions

What does gear case mean?
An enclosure for the bicycle chain and sprocket assemblages commonly employed by utility bicycles. It protects the chain from mud and dirt and may also contain an oil bath to keep the chain lubricated.

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