Synonyms of chronometer

chronometer

noun

krə-ˈnä-mə-tər 

as in clock

a device to measure time

a fancy new chronometer that is light-years more advanced than your average wristwatch

Synonyms & Similar Words

• clock
• timepiece
• timekeeper
• timer
• alarm clock
• stopwatch
• chronograph
• time clock
• sundial
• grandfather clock
• atomic clock
• hourglass
• cuckoo clock
• clepsydra
• water clock
• sandglass
• watch

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of chronometer

Nardin’s heritage in marine chronometers while continuing to push the envelope in modern horology. —Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024

The current Chateau Nouvel Chronometer is a testament to this revival, notable for being the first Japanese watch to receive chronometer certification from the Besancon Observatory in France in the 21st century. —Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 28 Sep. 2024

The French watchmaker served as the official supplier to the French Royal Navy and built much of its reputation on its ultra-precise marine chronometers. —Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 14 July 2024

While reference 5512 Submariners in this configuration can feature two or four lines of text — the latter denoting chronometer certification — all feet-first 5512s have four lines. —Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 4 July 2024