Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- noun An instrument that registers or graphically records time intervals such as the duration of an event.
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A chronogram.
- noun An instrument for recording the exact instant in which an event occurs.
- noun An instrument for measuring a small interval of time.
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- noun 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.
- noun rare Same as
Chronogram , 1. - noun A chronoscope.
from Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License.
- noun obsolete A
chronogram . - noun A device which marks or records
time or timeintervals - noun A combination of
watch andstopwatch
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
- noun an accurate timer for recording time
Etymologies
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Examples
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Velocity may be a disappointment occasionally but the value of a chronograph is the ability to measure the variation from load to load.
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Velocity may be a disappointment occasionally but the value of a chronograph is the ability to measure the variation from load to load.
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(don't confuse the term chronograph with lots of dials) and I gain 2 seconds a day.
Kombor's Life Hacks and Reviews KOMBOR 2010
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I, too, believe my Chrony chronograph is giving me honest data.
Do Chronographs Lie? 2009
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I, too, believe my Chrony chronograph is giving me honest data.
Do Chronographs Lie? 2009
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Inside is an ETA 2826 automatic for the 1,000-meter version and a high-end Valjoux 7750 for the chronograph, which is the same movement you'll find in the
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Functions provide the time, date, and 12 hour chronograph, which is well integrated here with a tri-compax subdial array.
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Japanese etc The Japanese replica uses 21 jewel automatic movement system Fake watches generally use more than 21 jewel system Also the hands are shortened by few millimeters in replica watches Almost all the replica watches are water resistant usually up to 30 feet; the rubber sealing used prevents the water from entering the main body and thus avoids damage to the watch Another distinguishing factor between a replica watch and a fake watch is the functioning of the chronograph which is just for looks purpose in fake watches whereas it functions properly in a replica watch Websites like nowreplica offer a wide range of genuine replica watches to suit one's taste The catalogue available on these websites is updated time and time again so that you get the replica models as soon as they become available Online shopping is of a such a great comfort, the pictures available on the websites are that of the replica watches present in the stock so all you need to do is take your pick, pay online which takes a maximum of two days to process your credit card transaction and if at all you come across any damage to your ordered item, you can exchange it for another one or get it repaired for free or even get your amount refunded The replica watches also come with warranty period, but generally this warranty is just for the 'mechanism only' Once you order a replica watch you need to wait for few days to get your delivery from anywhere around the globe At this great website for watches you'll learn about the style and design, functions and features and mechanical movements of watches in alain silberstein.
We Blog A Lot 2009
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Clockwise from top left: IWC Portofino chronograph in stainless steel on crocodile strap $5,500 IWC.com; Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso $6,950 Jaeger-lecoultre.comc ; Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec chronograph anniversary edition in 18k white gold with sapphire crystals and alligator-skin strap $40,940 Montblanc.com .
Perpetual Motion Michael Clerizo 2011
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Among its features: a solid stainless casing treated with a film of ionized ceramic and metal that creates a slick, impervious surface; quartz movement with a 12-hour chronograph function; date display; tachometer (it can measure speed over a known distance) and really bright luminous hands and numerals.
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