timepiece
Americannoun
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an apparatus for measuring and recording the progress of time; chronometer.
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a clock or a watch.
noun
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any of various devices, such as a clock, watch, or chronometer, which measure and indicate time
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a device which indicates the time but does not strike or otherwise audibly mark the hours
Etymology
Origin of timepiece
Example Sentences
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This Vanguart timepiece, commissioned by OpenAI founder Sam Altman, has several geeky flourishes, including an inscription written in Python programming language.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
"For many car or watch enthusiasts, it's not just about owning the vehicle or the timepiece, but experiencing the brand in their everyday life through real estate," says Muhammed BinGhatti, chairman of Binghatti Properties.
From BBC ● Jan. 11, 2026
This compilation of 76 watches includes Paul Newman’s Rolex and Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s Tiffany & Co. timepiece he wore to the Yalta Conference.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 28, 2025
A Patek Philippe timepiece that in 2016 became the most expensive wristwatch ever sold at auction fetched an even higher price this weekend, auctioneers Phillips said Sunday.
From Barron's ● Nov. 9, 2025
A turnip was hanging from the fob where his diamond-studded timepiece should have been.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
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