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Definition of timekeeping
timekeeping
/ˈtaɪmˌkiː.pɪŋ/
time · keep · ing
timekeeping Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
3
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• noun
1
The activity, process, or science of measuring and recording time, such as in athletic events, workplace hours, or astronomical observation.
Example
"Electronic timekeeping has made it possible to measure race results down to a thousandth of a second."
2
A person's or service's habitual ability to arrive or operate at the appointed time; punctuality.
Example
"The manager praised the new assistant for her impeccable timekeeping and attention to detail."
3
The ability of a musical performer, especially a drummer or rhythm section player, to maintain a steady, consistent tempo.
Example
"A great studio drummer is valued above all for solid timekeeping rather than flashy solos."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Timekeeping. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/timekeeping