Synonyms of timer

timer

noun

ˈtī-mər 

as in clock

a device to measure time

set the kitchen timer to 30 minutes

Synonyms & Similar Words

• clock
• timekeeper
• chronometer
• timepiece
• time clock
• alarm clock
• stopwatch
• grandfather clock
• cuckoo clock
• hourglass
• atomic clock
• sundial
• water clock
• chronograph
• watch
• clepsydra
• sandglass

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of timer

Apple, Bose, and Sony all seal their batteries, which means that once the cell degrades, the product's practical lifespan is on a timer. — Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 8 July 2026

Cook one meal a week without a recipe on a screen or a timer running. — Allison Palmer july 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026

Several of the cast, including Damon, Hathaway and Pattinson have all collaborated with Nolan previously, while others, such as Zendaya, Holland and Theron are first-timers. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 6 July 2026

Let’s travel path two and figure out how this career part timer doesn’t have to put the rest of their life on hold while the dream career is still TBD. — Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026