gearing

noun

1. (countable, uncountable)The ratio of a system of gears.

   “The 4×4 could climb well, as it had relatively low gearing.”

2. (countable, uncountable)Harness; working implements.
3. (countable, uncountable)A train of toothed wheels and pinions.

   “Hoisting, derricking, slewing, and travelling are by means of independent 600-volt motors through reduction gearing.”

4. (countable, uncountable)Synonym of leverage (“debt-to-equity ratio”).

verb

1. (form-of, gerund, participle, present)present participle and gerund of gear

name

1. A surname.