horology

noun

ho·​rol·​o·​gy hə-ˈrä-lə-jē 

1

: the science of measuring time

2

: the art of making instruments for indicating time

Examples of horology in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Selecting the watches demanded diplomacy and an encyclopedic knowledge of horology. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2025

Staff are horology enthusiasts who understand movement, casebacks, complexity, and provenance. —Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025

According to the Swiss brand, Mahomes shares a deep appreciation for the art of horology, innovation, and staying ahead of the curve, making the collaboration a natural match. —Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025

Roger Dubuis released a high horology version of a chronograph that showcases the traditions of fine watchmaking, while transforming many of the traditional components of a racing watch through the brand’s expressive style. —Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Greek hōra + English -logy

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for horology

• anthology
• apology
• astrology
• biology
• christology
• chronology
• conchology
• cosmology
• cryptology
• cytology
• doxology
• ecology