watchmaker
Definition
- Noun:
- A person whose occupation is making or repairing watches: A watchmaker is a skilled artisan who specializes in the creation, assembly, maintenance, and repair of watches and timepieces.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The intricate pocket watch required the expertise of a master watchmaker.
- He apprenticed for five years to become a certified watchmaker.
- The small town's only watchmaker could fix any model of wristwatch.
Advanced Usage
- "Independent watchmaker": Refers to a watchmaker who creates timepieces under their own brand name, often in contrast to large commercial manufacturers.
- The collector sought out timepieces from a renowned independent watchmaker.
Variants and Related Words
- Watchmaking (n): The art, craft, or profession of making watches.
- He studied the history of Swiss watchmaking.
Synonyms
- Horologist: A person who makes clocks and watches or who studies the measurement of time.
- Clockmaker: A person who makes and repairs clocks and watches. (Note: While often used interchangeably, "clockmaker" can sometimes emphasize larger timepieces.)
Related Phrases
- Watchmaker's bench: The specialized workbench used by a watchmaker, typically equipped with magnifying lenses and small tools.
- The antique watchmaker's bench was covered in delicate tools.
Noun
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someone who makes or repairs watches
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