ungear

/ʌnˈɡɪər/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove the gear or gear cover from a bicycle or motorcycle

“The mechanic had to ungear the motorcycle to replace the chain”

2. verb

to remove the protective gear or covering from something

“The worker had to ungear the machinery before cleaning it”

3. verb

to remove the protective gear or equipment from a person

“The doctor told the patient to ungear before undergoing the operation”

Synonyms

  • unguard
  • unshackle

Antonyms

  • gear
  • protect