half-hunter

noun

a watch with a hinged lid in which a small circular opening or crystal allows the approximate time to be readSee hunter (def. 5)

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Examples from the Web for half-hunter

Historical Examples

"Yes, sir," I said, and laid on the table my silver English half-hunter with Albert.
Ruggles of Red Gap
Harry Leon Wilson
The Squire slashed the dogs silent with his half-hunter to catch the reply.
The Yeoman Adventurer
George W. Gough
My father had a half-hunter gold watch and a chain of twisted leather which he wore as long as I can remember.
The House 'Round the Corner
Gordon Holmes

half-hunter

Examples from the Web for half-hunter

Historical Examples

"Yes, sir," I said, and laid on the table my silver English half-hunter with Albert.

The Squire slashed the dogs silent with his half-hunter to catch the reply.

My father had a half-hunter gold watch and a chain of twisted leather which he wore as long as I can remember.