gear lever

noun

, British.

1. gearshift.

gear lever

/ ˈɡɪəˌʃɪft /

noun

1. a lever used to move gearwheels relative to each other, esp in a motor vehicle

Word History and Origins

Origin of gear lever¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

His fingers dropped down to the gear lever, his foot snuggled against the clutch pedal.

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Then, twitching his hat down lower than ever, he released his clutch and slid downward his gear-lever.

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If it had been the old car I should have jammed the gear-lever into the reverse, and seen what would happen.

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With a swift, decided movement Kirkwood thrust over the releasing-gear lever.

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Bud heard the second man get in and shut the door, and he jerked the gear lever into low.

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