chronometric

English

Etymology

From chrono- +‎ -metric on the model of chronometer, ultimately from Ancient Greek χρόνος (khrónos, “time”) and μέτρον (métron, “meter, measuring device”).

Adjective

chronometric (not comparable)

Of or related to chronometers, clocks and other timekeeping devices.
Of or related to chronometry, the study of timekeeping and the creation and maintenance of timekeeping devices.

Synonyms

horologic, horological, chronometrical

Derived terms

Translations

of or pertaining to a chronometer or to chronometry

Portuguese: cronométrico (pt)

References

“chronometric”, in Dictionary.com Unabridged, Dictionary.com, LLC, 1995–present.

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