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- DictionaryChro·nom·e·ter/krəˈnämədər/
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- 1. an instrument for measuring time, especially one designed to keep accurate time in spite of motion or variations in temperature, humidity, and air pressure. Chronometers were first developed for marine navigation, being used in conjunction with astronomical observation to determine longitude.
CHRONOMETER | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary. Meaning of chronometer in English. chronometer. noun [ C ] engineering specialized uk / krəˈnɒm.ɪ.tə r/ us / krəˈnɑː.mə.t̬ɚ / Add to word list. a piece of equipment that measures time very accurately. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Watches & clocks. 24-hour clock.
CHRONOMETER meaning: 1. a piece of equipment that measures time very accurately 2. a piece of equipment that measures…. Learn more.
4 days ago · an accurate clock (especially used in navigation)
Apr 15, 2024 · noun. 1. a timepiece or timing device with a special mechanism for ensuring and adjusting its accuracy, for use in determining longitude at sea or for any purpose where very exact measurement of time is required. 2. any timepiece, esp. a wristwatch, designed for the highest accuracy.
chro•nom•e•ter. (krəˈnɒm ɪ tər) n. 1. a timepiece or timing device for use in determining longitude at sea or whenever exact measurement of time is required. 2. any timepiece, esp. a wristwatch, designed for the highest accuracy. [1705–15] chron•o•met•ric (ˌkrɒn əˈmɛ trɪk) chron`o•met′ri•cal, adj. chron`o•met′ri•cal•ly, adv.
Definition of chronometer noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. a timepiece or timing device with a special mechanism for ensuring and adjusting its accuracy, for use in determining longitude at sea or for any purpose where very exact measurement of time is required. 2. any timepiece, esp. a wristwatch, designed for the highest accuracy.
