chronometer

Meanings

• noun

  An instrument for measuring the passage of time, typically having a dial and hands that indicate the hours, minutes, and seconds.

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Synonyms

chronoscope

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with chronometer
almoner , balmoneer , calmoner , palmoner

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Variants

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chronometer , chronometers

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Etymology

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From Greek chronos (time) + metron (measure).

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Trivia

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1. The first portable chronometer was invented by John Harrison in 1761.

2. The word 'chronometer' is derived from the Greek words chronos (time) and metron (measure).

3. A chronometer watch is considered a status symbol in the watch industry due to its high precision and accuracy.

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Related Concepts

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1. Chronometer watch: A precision timepiece designed to meet the standards of a chronometer.

2. Maritime chronometer: A type of chronometer used for determining longitude at sea.

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Culture

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The chronometer is a significant tool in various fields such as navigation, astronomy, and scientific research. In the field of horology, the chronometer is a highly accurate timepiece that meets certain standards of precision. In literature, the term 'chronometer' is sometimes used metaphorically to represent a person's sense of time or their ability to keep track of events.

How to Memorize "chronometer"

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'Chronometer' - C, H, R, O, M, O, T, E, R.

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