Definition of gearhead

gearhead

noun

• mechanically inclined enthusiasts who as a hobby or past time like to work on cars, performance equipment such as hot rods or race equipment

  Last edited on Nov 26 2010. Submitted by Frank on Jan 28 2009.

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