horologist

Meanings

• noun

  An expert in horology, the study and practice of time measurement.

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Variants

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horologist , horologists

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Etymology

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From the Greek word hora, meaning hour, and the suffix -logia, meaning study.

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Trivia

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1. The first mechanical clock was invented in Europe around 1300.

2. The most complex pocket watch ever made is the Patek Philippe Caliber 89, which contains a total of 33 functions and 1728 parts.

3. The world's largest mechanical clock is the Tower of the Winds in Athens, Greece, which was built in the 1st century AD.

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Related Concepts

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1. clockmaker: A horologist who specializes in designing, constructing, and repairing mechanical clocks.

2. watchmaker: A horologist who specializes in designing, constructing, and repairing watches.

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Culture

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The horologist has been an essential figure in the development of timekeeping technology throughout history. They have been depicted in various works of literature, art, and music, often symbolizing precision, accuracy, and the passage of time.

How to Memorize "horologist"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person meticulously working on a clock or watch, adjusting tiny gears and springs to ensure accurate timekeeping.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word horologist with precision, accuracy, and the measurement of time.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that horologists help us keep the time (hour) right.

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