horological

adjective

hor·​o·​log·​i·​cal ˌhȯr-ə-ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce horological (audio)
: of or relating to a horologe or horology

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The dual-sided timepiece has another horological wonder on what should be the caseback—a celestial map that tracks the constellations in real time. Michael Solomon, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025 On Monday, the final day of the world’s largest horological trade show, the organizers announced that this year’s edition reached a new attendance benchmark, with over 55,000 people visiting over the course of the week. Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 8 Apr. 2025 Her work graces horological creations from the likes of Patek Philippe, Chanel, Hermès, Piaget, Chaumet and Vacheron Constantin. Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2025 The transparent sapphire crystal case back meanwhile acts as a window into a labyrinth of horological parts representing 32 unique patent applications — 16 of which concern its ultra-thin caliber 7135 movement. Alex Doak, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for horological

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of horological was in the 15th century

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“Horological.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/horological. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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