second gear

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Noun second gear has 1 sense

second gear, second - the gear that has the second lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; "he had to shift down into second to make the hill"
--₁ is a kind of gear, gear mechanism
--₁ is a part of motor vehicle, automotive vehicle

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Second Gear

Definition:

Second gear refers to the intermediate gear of a vehicle's transmission system, typically allowing for increased speed and moderate power.

Senses:

Noun: The gear position in a vehicle's transmission system that follows the first gear and provides a higher speed compared to the initial gear.
Noun: A metaphorical term used to describe the next stage or level of an activity, development, or achievement.
Verb: To shift or change into the second gear of a vehicle while driving.

Usage:

Sense 1 (Noun):

1. He quickly shifted from the first gear to second gear to accelerate on the highway.

2. You can climb steeper slopes effortlessly once you engage the second gear.

3. The car engine was revving in the second gear, roaring to overtake the leading racer.

Sense 2 (Noun):

1. After completing his master's degree, John's career moved into the second gear as he landed a promising job.

2. The project progressed smoothly, and we are now shifting into the second gear by expanding our operations overseas.

3. As an entrepreneur, transitioning from a small startup to a larger company is like shifting into the second gear.

Sense 3 (Verb):

1. Make sure to second gear at the right moment to maintain a steady acceleration on this uphill road.

2. The skilled driver effortlessly second gears without any jerks or stutters.

3. To gain optimal fuel efficiency, it is advisable to second gear when cruising on highways.

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