What is another word for chronometer?

Pronunciation: [kɹənˈɒmɪtə] (IPA)

The word 'chronometer' refers to a time-keeping device that is highly accurate and precise. It is often used to describe marine chronometers used by sailors and astronomers to determine longitude and time while sailing on oceans. Some of the synonyms of chronometer include timepiece, the regulator, timer, chronograph, stopwatch, sundial, and hourglass. A timepiece is a device that measures time intervals accurately while a regulator is a timekeeping device used to control the rate of a watch. A timer is a device used to measure specific time intervals like countdown. A chronograph measures short intervals and has extra features like stop/ start. The sundial and hourglass are ancient chronometers used to determine the passage of time by observing shadow movement and sand flow, respectively.

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What are the hypernyms for Chronometer?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Chronometer?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for chronometer (as nouns)

Usage examples for Chronometer

This watch should be a good one and receive as much care, in its way, as the chronometer.
"Lectures in Navigation"
Ernest Gallaudet Draper
Have the chronometer for your ideal and not the fancy clock, for true merit will certainly receive due reward.
"Dollars and Sense"
Col. Wm. C. Hunter
I hollowed my hands, and, hailing the captain, who was on the quarter-deck, asked him for the time by his chronometer.
"The Frozen Pirate"
W. Clark Russell

Famous quotes with Chronometer

  • Maybe life involves the pairing of unsuitable people, those who wait and those who keep others waiting, and the key to happiness is finding the one person with whom you share the same internal chronometer.
    Jacob M. Appel

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