Meaning of low gear | Babel Free

Definitions

1. The lowest gear available from a transmission or other gearbox, typically in a motor vehicle or cycle.
2. One of the lower gears available from a gearbox, typically in a motor vehicle or cycle.
3. A state of sluggish or minimal activity.
   figuratively

Examples

“Near-synonyms: creeper gear, granny gear, first gear (low gear is first gear unless the transmission at hand has a granny gear)”

“Start out in low gear when climbing a steep hill.”

“A low gear is appropriate when climbing a steep hill.”

“The campaign remained in low gear until sufficient funding was finally received.”

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