running gear
"Running gear" refers to the components that enable the movement of vehicles, whether they are motor vehicles, railway vehicles, or historical carriages.
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Definition
B2Automotive
(technical)The parts of a motor vehicle that include the wheels, suspension, steering, powertrain, and usually the chassis.
Example
- The mechanic inspected the running gear to ensure the car was safe to drive.
B2Railways
(technical)The components of a railway vehicle that include the wheels, axles, axle boxes, springs, and vehicle frame, which run passively on the rails.
Example
- The running gear of the train was thoroughly checked before the journey.
B2Historical
(technical)The wheels and axles of a carriage or other historical vehicle.
Example
- The museum displayed the running gear of a 19th-century horse-drawn carriage.
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