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Meaning of gear queer | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Someone who overspends on high-end equipment (particularly in military or hobbyist contexts).

derogatory, slang

Examples

“Online "hobbyist" communities are full of consumerist gear queers trying to buy happiness.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

gear ratio gear shift gear stick gear train gear wheel gear-up landing