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Definition of wristwatch

wristwatch

/ˈrɪstˌwɑːtʃ/
wrist · watch
Plural:wristwatches
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wristwatch Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A small timepiece designed to be worn around the wrist, typically secured by a strap or metal band.

Example

"She checked her wristwatch nervously as the departure time approached."

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• Nearby Words

wrinkle
wrist
wristband
wristwatch
wroclaw
wrymouth
wryneck

Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'wrist' and 'watch'. The term gained prominence in the early 20th century as soldiers in World War I transitioned from pocket watches to wrist-worn timepieces for greater practicality in the trenches.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wristwatch. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wristwatch
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