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Noun: gearstick  'geer,stik
Usage: Brit (N. Amer: gearshift)
  1. A mechanical device for engaging and disengaging gears
    "He gripped the gearstick and shifted into first";
    - gearshift [N. Amer], shifter [N. Amer], gear lever [Brit, Cdn]

Derived forms: gearsticks

Type of: mechanical device

Part of: automotive vehicle, motor vehicle

Encyclopedia: Gearstick