chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrä-nə-ˌgraf 
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
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This particular piece puts an extreme spin on the classic 1960s race watch, incorporating a skeletonised dial, a hefty 44 mm case in titanium and rose gold, and both a chronograph and tourbillon.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
The obvious gap in this collection is a chronograph of some kind.
—Chris Hall, Wired News, 8 Feb. 2026
Other features include a chronograph and a calendar.
—John Monaco, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026
Complicated watchmaking, including the development of tourbillons, astronomical sky charts, chronograph and more will be highlighted – complete with demonstrations by master watchmakers.
—Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
The obvious gap in this collection is a chronograph of some kind.
—Chris Hall, Wired News, 8 Feb. 2026
Other features include a chronograph and a calendar.
—John Monaco, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026
Complicated watchmaking, including the development of tourbillons, astronomical sky charts, chronograph and more will be highlighted – complete with demonstrations by master watchmakers.
—Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for chronograph
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“Chronograph.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chronograph. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf
ˈkrō-nə-
: an instrument for measuring and recording stretches of time with exactness
Medical Definition
chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf, ˈkrō-nə-
: 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
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