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watchmaker

/ˈwɔtʃˌmeɪkə/

Meanings
  • noun

    A person who designs, manufactures, or repairs mechanical watches.


Synonyms

horologer , horologist
Rhymes
Words rhyming with watchmaker
maker , shaker , baker , taker
Variants
List of all variants of watchmaker that leads to same result
watchmaker , watchmakers , watchmaking , watchmakings
Etymology
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From the Old French term 'horloger', which means 'watch seller' or 'clock maker'.


Trivia
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  1. The smallest watch ever made is the pocket watch created by Patek Philippe in 1996, which measures just 1.3 by 1.1 inches.

  2. The most complicated watch ever made is the 'Magnificent Marine Tourbillon' by Jaquet Droz, which took 4 years to create and has over 1,300 components.


Related Concepts
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  1. clockmaker: A person who designs, manufactures, or repairs clocks.

  2. horology: The science of measuring time.


Culture
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Watchmaking has a rich cultural history, with Switzerland being the world's leading producer of high-end watches. Watchmakers are often considered artists due to the intricate designs and precision involved in their craft.

How to Memorize "watchmaker"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person working on a small mechanical watch, using precise tools and paying close attention to detail.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'watchmaker' with precision, craftsmanship, and the passage of time.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym WATCHMAKER: World-class Artisans Creating Timeless Horological Masterpieces And Knowledgeable Experts.


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