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running gear

American  

noun

  1. the working components of a motor-driven or steam-driven vehicle other than those used to develop or transmit power, as wheels, axles or springs, as distinguished from the body.

Etymology

Origin of running gear

An Americanism dating back to 1655–65

Example Sentences

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They noted they would zero in on demand for new products, as Nike tries to sell more running gear and women’s clothing and get more sales out of its collaboration with Kim Kardashian’s Skims brand.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 29, 2026

This included her running gear, headphones, tablet computer, and her nicest clothes.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

BMW decided to use the same running gear in this racing car and put it in the underpowered 327 road car to create a high-performance sports cabriolet, and that is where the 327/28 comes from.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 14, 2025

It is easier to just put on running gear and go for a run.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 19, 2024

I went back inside my room and got into my running gear.

From "Winger" by Andrew Smith

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