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Shift gears
Verb
Word Frequency:
0.1
Definitions
1.
Verb
To change the gear by which motion is transmitted from a powered shaft to another shaft, especially in a motor vehicle.
2.
Verb
To change pace or mode of operation.
Synonyms
switch gears
powershift
backdrive
jackshaft
shuffle steer
push-start
countershaft
gimbal
motor
pedal
supercharge
handbrake
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