horologist
/hɔ'rɔlədʤist/
Definition
- Noun:
- A person who makes or repairs watches and clocks: A horologist is a specialist in the craft, science, or profession of measuring time and constructing timekeeping devices.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The antique watch was so complex that only a skilled horologist could restore it.
- She trained for years to become a horologist, learning the intricate mechanics of clockwork.
Advanced Usage
- "Master horologist": A title indicating an expert of the highest skill in watchmaking or clockmaking.
- The master horologist was commissioned to create a unique timepiece for the museum.
Variants and Related Words
- Horology (n): The art or science of measuring time or making timepieces.
- His passion for horology led him to collect rare clocks.
- Horological (adj): Relating to horology or timekeeping devices.
- The museum has an impressive horological collection.
Synonyms
- Watchmaker: A person who makes and repairs watches.
- Clockmaker: A person who makes and repairs clocks.
Related Phrases
- "Student of horology": A person who is studying the craft or science of timekeeping.
- As a student of horology, she spent hours disassembling and reassembling movements.
Noun
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someone who makes or repairs watches
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