Meaning of the word "be geared up for" in English

What does "be geared up for" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

be geared up for

US /bi ɡɪrd ʌp fɔr/
UK /bi ɡɪəd ʌp fɔː/

Idiom

to be prepared and ready for something, especially something challenging or important

Example:
The team is geared up for the championship game.
We need to be geared up for a long negotiation process.