wristwatch

noun

wrist·​watch ˈrist-ˌwäch How to pronounce wristwatch (audio)
: a small watch that is attached to a bracelet or strap and is worn around the wrist

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This edition features several unique turntables, a new speaker system from Andover Audio, a TT-friendly streaming amp and the wristwatch for Technics SL-1200 fans. Brad Moon, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025 Following his last episode of Criminal Minds, Gubler took to Instagram to say goodbye to the series by sharing a photo of some of Spencer's most iconic props that meant the most to him, including Spencer's FBI ID badge, wristwatch and revolver. Carson Blackwelder, People.com, 23 May 2025 His most famous watch, the Tsunami, incorporates a 15mm balance wheel, which is unusually large for a wristwatch. Garth Friesen, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025 The bear clubbed him, rattled his dome, hit his wristwatch, and then straddled him. Benjamin Alva Polley, Rolling Stone, 10 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for wristwatch

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wristwatch was in 1896

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“Wristwatch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wristwatch. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.

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wristwatch

noun
wrist·​watch ˈris-ˌtwäch How to pronounce wristwatch (audio)
: a small watch attached to a bracelet or strap to fasten about the wrist

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