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KBB2M · 10-04-2009, 10:48 PM

So I am writing a paper for my PSU English class that is about definitions. I decided to redefine the "Gear Head" to include a more female friendly definition.

Any women out there have any input? It is greatly appreciated.
Guys... I guess you can help too.

Thanks for all the help,
Kevin

I am sorry if this should be in off topic I just thought this was the right place and it would get more views.

ndubz · 10-04-2009, 10:50 PM

boost makes my giny tickle

tomustang · 10-04-2009, 10:52 PM

gearhead
One entry found.

Main Entry: gear·head
Pronunciation: \ˈgir-ˌhed\
Function: noun
Date: 1974

: a person who pursues mechanical or technological interests (as in automobiles or computers)

You're not re-defining anything. I think you should pick something else to write about since the term has no gender.

92sileighty · 10-04-2009, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomustang

gearhead
One entry found.

Main Entry: gear·head
Pronunciation: \ˈgir-ˌhed\
Function: noun
Date: 1974

: a person who pursues mechanical or technological interests (as in automobiles or computers)

You're not re-defining anything. I think you should pick something else to write about since the term has no gender.

women are people?

KBB2M · 10-04-2009, 11:01 PM

Thanks but we are talking about stereotypes here. Stereotypically when you think of a gearhead you would think of a male. There is no doubt that this is a male dominated field. I already talked to my teacher about it and he thought it was a great topic to write about because it was original. If no one on here has any constructive to say then I will just write it without the help, but I thought some people might like to chime in.

3rdGenMr2Girl · 10-04-2009, 11:11 PM

well i guess i could help. it wouldn't really be redefining the term per se because technically a gear head is anyone who works on/is obsessed with cars. what exactly were you looking to find out?

jjm4life · 10-04-2009, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomustang

gearhead
One entry found.

Main Entry: gear·head
Pronunciation: \ˈgir-ˌhed\
Function: noun
Date: 1974

: a person who pursues mechanical or technological interests (as in automobiles or computers) including the ones with vaginas.

You're not re-defining anything. I think you should pick something else to write about since the term has no gender.

edited for gender neutrality?

tomustang · 10-04-2009, 11:24 PM

You mean like those Girly Girl Racing stickers... that's a stereotype

99SL2_Modder · 10-09-2009, 05:21 AM

Honestly, I've met women that are gearheads.

They refer to themselves as such. It's an extremely neutral term. You asked for our input, we're telling you that it's neutral.

Rush · 10-09-2009, 07:49 AM

I'd help, but I'm not really sure what information you're looking for. Do you have a list of questions or something that you want us 'female gear heads' to answer?

99SL2_Modder · 10-09-2009, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rush

I'd help, but I'm not really sure what information you're looking for. Do you have a list of questions or something that you want us 'female gear heads' to answer?

He's saying "gear head" is masculine, and there should be a neutral term or at least a separate feminine term for someone who appreciates automobiles and their performance.

However, most of the women replying in this are showing gear head is neutral still, like all the guys have been saying.

jpalamar · 10-09-2009, 09:43 AM

Male =gear head

Female = gear head

end of paper.

Christina_at_QMC · 10-09-2009, 10:31 AM

The term 'Gear Head' in my opinion, refers to an any auto enthusiast that has mechanical skills/knowledge. Doesn't matter if you are male or female. If you have worked on engines, your a 'Gear Head'. Some will even argue that even if they haven't turned a wrench in their life but are book smart about mechanics they are still considered 'Gear Heads'. Even at that, it can be pursued further into saying that if you know auto's in general you can be considered a 'Gear Head'.

Scapegoat · 10-09-2009, 10:42 AM

he's talking about stereotypes it would seem.

when you think of a gear head you don't think of this:

marshallpre1 · 10-09-2009, 11:48 AM

Ok, fine, I'll ask.

Pics of supposed female gearheads needed~ for um, validation purposes.

StreetEG · 10-09-2009, 11:59 AM

who puts megan fox down as a gearhead. Shes a complete IMPOSTOR---- Marissa Tomei totally takes the cake and is the original.

Nick Merrone · 10-09-2009, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marshallpre1

Ok, fine, I'll ask.

Pics of supposed female gearheads needed~ for um, validation purposes.

yes yes. thats very needed for the uhm idea calculations of the correct scientifical method.

k!mmy · 10-09-2009, 12:06 PM

Hmm, this should be interesting hehe

Snoozie · 10-09-2009, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 92sileighty

women are people?

LOL

Quote:

Originally Posted by StreetEG

who puts megan fox down as a gearhead. Shes a complete IMPOSTOR---- Marissa Tomei totally takes the cake and is the original.

...I don't think a lot of these youngsters even know what movie that's from.

As for my female pov, I'm not sure exactly what kind of information you're looking for.

Christina_at_QMC · 10-09-2009, 12:11 PM

Please, Megan Fox is not a true "Gear Head". She is an actress and has memorized lines. She probably doesn't even know what a torque wrench is none the less how to put oil in her own car.

At least if your gonna give someone famous there due that are female 'Gear Heads' you could have said...

Ashley Force

Melanie Troxel

Leilani Munter

Or Danica Patrick

Now they are 'real' famous 'Gear Heads'

10-04-2009, 10:48 PM	#1
KBB2M Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Oreland, PA Member #10255 My Ride: 1999 Honda Prelude iTrader: (0)	Female "Gear Head" (Help for School Paper) So I am writing a paper for my PSU English class that is about definitions. I decided to redefine the "Gear Head" to include a more female friendly definition. Any women out there have any input? It is greatly appreciated. Guys... I guess you can help too. Thanks for all the help, Kevin I am sorry if this should be in off topic I just thought this was the right place and it would get more views.

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ndubz Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: tristate area Member #6107 iTrader: (1)	boost makes my giny tickle

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tomustang Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Northampton County, Pa Member #1302 iTrader: (0)	gearhead One entry found. Main Entry: gear·head Pronunciation: \ˈgir-ˌhed\ Function: noun Date: 1974 : a person who pursues mechanical or technological interests (as in automobiles or computers) You're not re-defining anything. I think you should pick something else to write about since the term has no gender.

10-04-2009, 11:01 PM	#5
KBB2M Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Oreland, PA Member #10255 My Ride: 1999 Honda Prelude iTrader: (0)	Thanks but we are talking about stereotypes here. Stereotypically when you think of a gearhead you would think of a male. There is no doubt that this is a male dominated field. I already talked to my teacher about it and he thought it was a great topic to write about because it was original. If no one on here has any constructive to say then I will just write it without the help, but I thought some people might like to chime in.

10-04-2009, 11:24 PM	#8
tomustang Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Northampton County, Pa Member #1302 iTrader: (0)	You mean like those Girly Girl Racing stickers... that's a stereotype

10-09-2009, 09:43 AM	#12
jpalamar TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: May 2009 Location: Collegeville, PA Member #13773 My Ride: 03 Corvette Z06 iTrader: (3)	Male =gear head Female = gear head end of paper.

10-09-2009, 10:31 AM	#13
Christina_at_QMC Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: May 2009 Location: New Oxford, PA Member #13834 My Ride: 90 Nissan 300zx, 96 Toyota Celica, 48 Ford Coupe iTrader: (0)	The term 'Gear Head' in my opinion, refers to an any auto enthusiast that has mechanical skills/knowledge. Doesn't matter if you are male or female. If you have worked on engines, your a 'Gear Head'. Some will even argue that even if they haven't turned a wrench in their life but are book smart about mechanics they are still considered 'Gear Heads'. Even at that, it can be pursued further into saying that if you know auto's in general you can be considered a 'Gear Head'.

10-09-2009, 10:42 AM	#14
Scapegoat TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: stop looking at my gold Member #1208 iTrader: (1)	he's talking about stereotypes it would seem. when you think of a gear head you don't think of this:

10-09-2009, 12:11 PM	#20
Christina_at_QMC Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: May 2009 Location: New Oxford, PA Member #13834 My Ride: 90 Nissan 300zx, 96 Toyota Celica, 48 Ford Coupe iTrader: (0)	Please, Megan Fox is not a true "Gear Head". She is an actress and has memorized lines. She probably doesn't even know what a torque wrench is none the less how to put oil in her own car. At least if your gonna give someone famous there due that are female 'Gear Heads' you could have said... Ashley Force Melanie Troxel Leilani Munter Or Danica Patrick Now they are 'real' famous 'Gear Heads'

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