chronograph

noun

chro·​no·​graph ˈkrä-nə-ˌgraf How to pronounce chronograph (audio)
ˈkrō-
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: such as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: stopwatch
also : a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
c
: an instrument for measuring the time of flight of projectiles
chronographic adjective
chronography noun

Examples of chronograph in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Strip away the varnish of nostalgia and you’re left with the fact that a chronograph wristwatch is about as useful to a modern-day Formula One driver as a mercury thermometer. Josh Condon, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2024 Perpetual calendars and chronographs of the era have been fairly heavily talked about, covering references from the 1463 to the 2499 and 3448. Thomas Wojtowicz, Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024 When Lange released a chronograph variation in 2023, these pushers were repurposed to actuate the timing functions. Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2024 The calibre features a column wheel for precise chronograph control, a 62-hour power reserve, and is certified for accuracy by both Chronometer and Chronofiable standards. Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for chronograph 

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Word History

Etymology

probably borrowed from French chronographe, from chrono- chrono- + -graphe -graph

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chronograph was in 1851

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Cite this Entry

“Chronograph.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chronograph. Accessed 6 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

chronograph

noun
chro·​no·​graph ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf How to pronounce chronograph (audio)
ˈkrō-nə-
: an instrument for measuring and recording stretches of time with exactness
chronographic adjective
chronography noun

Medical Definition

chronograph

noun
chro·​no·​graph ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf, ˈkrō-nə- How to pronounce chronograph (audio)
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
chronographic adjective
chronography noun

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