chronograph

noun

chro·​no·​graph ˈkrä-nə-ˌgraf How to pronounce chronograph (audio)
ˈkrō-
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: such as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: stopwatch
also : a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
c
: an instrument for measuring the time of flight of projectiles
chronographic adjective
chronography noun

Examples of chronograph in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In 2006, Jaeger-LeCoultre launched a sporty, and more square, chronograph version of the Reverso, called the Squadra, with corresponding square subdials. Carol Besler, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2024 The watch features a flyback mechanism, which allows for the quick resetting of the chronograph, a critical feature for back-to-back timing scenarios encountered during the ice race. Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024 This one-of-a-kind masterpiece offers a chronograph, a minute repeater, and a perpetual calendar featuring a moon phase all housed in an 18-karat white gold case showcasing breathtaking grand feu enamel work. Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 26 Jan. 2024 The original caliber showcased a chronograph and minute repeater. Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 26 Jan. 2024 Worse still, Swatch could merely place a miniature image of Snoopy on a Moonshine Gold central chronograph hand, an option enthusiasts are already fearing and will doubtless be disappointed to see. Jeremy White, WIRED, 26 Jan. 2024 That the firm chose to present its first entirely in-house traditional chronograph movement (column wheel, horizontal clutch, manual winding) in a ladies’ timepiece set the stage for an industry-wide conversation about how to court female buyers. Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 20 Dec. 2023 This movement is particularly unique for its combination of a tourbillon and chronograph in a way that’s distinctly Breitling. Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 30 Nov. 2023 So far this year, the watchmaker has debuted its first women’s sports watch, dropped three ladies’ models inspired by the Memphis Movement, and created a chronograph in honor of the 2023 Le Mans Classic. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 Nov. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

probably borrowed from French chronographe, from chrono- chrono- + -graphe -graph

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chronograph was in 1851

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Cite this Entry

“Chronograph.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chronograph. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

chronograph

noun
chro·​no·​graph ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf How to pronounce chronograph (audio)
ˈkrō-nə-
: an instrument for measuring and recording stretches of time with exactness
chronographic adjective
chronography noun

Medical Definition

chronograph

noun
chro·​no·​graph ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf, ˈkrō-nə- How to pronounce chronograph (audio)
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
chronographic adjective
chronography noun

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