Meaning of the word "gear up" in English

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gear up

US /ɡɪr ʌp/
UK /ɡɪr ʌp/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to prepare for an activity or event

Example:
The team is gearing up for the championship game.
Businesses are gearing up for the holiday shopping season.
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