watchmaker

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noun (1)

watch·​mak·​er ˈwäch-ˌmā-kər 

ˈwȯch-

: one that makes or repairs watches or clocks

watchmaking

ˈwäch-ˌmā-kiŋ 

ˈwȯch-

noun

watchmaking

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noun (2)

: the work or occupation of a watchmaker

Examples of watchmaker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The pair teamed up at the beginning of this year on a titanium Navitimer, marking the first time the Swiss watchmaker teamed up with an automotive brand for F1. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2026

The Swiss watchmaker and the Met marked the culmination of their inaugural artisan residency on Friday, unveiling three works that extend traditional craft into new forms of expression. — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

The brand also has historic appeal; it was established in 1755 and is the oldest watchmaker in continuous operation. — Joe D'allegro, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2026

The Royal Oak series dates back to 1972, when the Swiss watchmaker first introduced an elevated stainless steel sport watch. — Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 15 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1630, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for watchmaker

• blackacre
• caretaker
• clockmaker
• dressmaker
• filmmaker
• homemaker
• icebreaker
• lawmaker
• matchmaker
• pacemaker
• partaker
• peacemaker

Kids Definition

watchmaker

noun

watch·​mak·​er ˈwäch-ˌmā-kər 

ˈwȯch-

: one that makes or repairs watches or clocks

watchmaking

-kiŋ 

noun