Part of a gear Crossword Clue

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Part of a gear Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. tooth on the rim of gear wheel
2. a subordinate who performs an important but routine function
(verb)
1. join pieces of wood with cogs
2. roll steel ingots

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

GEAR (verb)
1. set the level or character of
GEAR (noun)
1. a mechanism for transmitting motion for some specific purpose (as the steering gear of a vehicle)
2. wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed
PART (noun)
1. the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result
2. the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
PART (adverb)
1. to some extent; in some degree; not wholly
PART (verb)
1. discontinue an association or relation; go different ways
2. force, take, or pull apart

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