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Definition of timepiece

timepiece

/ˈtaɪm.piːs/
time · piece
Plural:timepieces
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• noun

1

An instrument, such as a clock or watch, designed to measure and indicate time.

Example

"The antique watchmaker carefully restored the intricate mechanical timepiece to working order."

Synonyms
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• Nearby Words

timeliness
timely
timeout
timepiece
timer
times
timesaver

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-18th century as an English compound of 'time' and 'piece' (in the sense of a distinct instrument or article of craftsmanship).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Timepiece. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/timepiece
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