The term 'catcher gear' refers to the equipment used by a catcher in baseball. The crossword solutions for this term are SNARE (5 letters), MITT (4 letters), LARIAT (6 letters), and REATA (5 letters). A SNARE is a type of trap used to capture animals, and in baseball, it is a type of glove with a webbing between the thumb and forefinger. A MITT is a type of glove worn by a catcher, which is larger than a regular glove and has extra padding. A LARIAT is a long rope used for catching animals, and in baseball, it is a type of glove with a deep pocket. Finally, a REATA is a type of lasso used to catch animals, and in baseball, it is a type of glove with a shallow pocket.