chronograph

Noun

WordNet 3.0

Noun (1)

  1. an accurate timer for recording time
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Chronograph \Chron"o*graph\, n. [Gr. ? time + -graph: cf. F. chronographe.]

1.An instrument for measuring or recording intervals of time, upon a revolving drum or strip of paper moved by clockwork. The action of the stylus or pen is controlled by electricity. [1913 Webster]

2.Same as Chronogram, 1. [R.] [1913 Webster]

3.A chronoscope. [1913 Webster]

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