metronome

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A device, containing an inverted pendulum, used to mark time by means of regular ticks at adjustable intervals; an electronic equivalent that emits flashes.

Pronunciation

/ˈmɛt.ɹəˌnoʊm/ /ˈmɛt.ɹəˌnəʊm/ en-us-metronome.ogg

Word forms

metronome metronomes

Etymology

Coined in English from Ancient Greek μέτρον (métron, “measure”) + νόμος (nómos, “regulation, law”).

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