timepiece

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A chronometer (any device used to tell the time of day), particularly a clock lacking a chime or similar sounding mechanism.
  2. A watch (a small portable device used to tell the time of day), particularly one lacking a chime or similar sounding mechanism.

Pronunciation

/ˈtaɪmpiːs/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-timepiece.wav

Word forms

timepiece timepieces time-piece

Etymology

From time + piece.

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