horologist

noun

ho·rol·o·gist hə-ˈrä-lə-jist

: a person skilled in the practice or theory of horology

: a maker of clocks or watches

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web In the program, Charles invites Blades and his team, including a ceramics expert, horologist and furniture restorer, to Dumfries House in Scotland. —

Toyin Owoseje, CNN, 12 Oct. 2022 The talented host, Brian Reed, investigates a small town in Alabama at the behest of eccentric horologist John B. McLemore, who claims the son of a wealthy family has gotten away with murder. —

Simon Hill, Wired, 4 Aug. 2022 The talented host, Brian Reed, investigates a small town in Alabama at the behest of eccentric horologist John B. McLemore, who claims the son of a wealthy family has gotten away with murder. —

Simon Hill, Wired, 4 Aug. 2022 The English horologist, who produced only a few dozen handmade pocketwatches and wristwatches during his lifetime, is also known for his collaboration with Roger Smith, another notable independent watchmaker. —

Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 Aug. 2022 The talented host, Brian Reed, investigates a small town in Alabama at the behest of eccentric horologist John B. McLemore, who claims the son of a wealthy family has gotten away with murder. —

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