: a device (such as a clock or watch) to measure or show progress of time
especially
: one that does not chime
Examples of timepiece in a Sentence
the only timepiece she used at the cabin was a garden sundial
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James, who debuted the timepiece at Fanatics Fest last week, worked directly with the Richard Mille team to bring the creation to life.
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 23 June 2025
For this engaging conversation the cultural significance of timepieces will be highlighted: think luxury investments to personal storytelling and generation heirlooms.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 17 June 2025
The annual trade exhibition for fine jewelry and timepieces saw around 300 brands exhibit this year, and while buyers were cautious, many brands reported opening new accounts.
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Adding color with these fun timepieces will provide a touch of personality to any outfit.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 23 June 2025
For this engaging conversation the cultural significance of timepieces will be highlighted: think luxury investments to personal storytelling and generation heirlooms.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 17 June 2025
The annual trade exhibition for fine jewelry and timepieces saw around 300 brands exhibit this year, and while buyers were cautious, many brands reported opening new accounts.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 13 June 2025
Adding color with these fun timepieces will provide a touch of personality to any outfit.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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“Timepiece.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/timepiece. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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timepiece
noun
time·piece
ˈtīm-ˌpēs 
: a device (as a clock or watch) to measure time
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