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horologic

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /həˈrɒlədʒɪk/

KK: /hɔˈrɑlədʒɪk/

adjective
Definition

Relating to the study or measurement of time and the art of making clocks and watches.


Example

The horologic design of the watch showcases intricate craftsmanship and precision.


Conversation
Sloth A
I just visited this amazing museum that focuses on horologic instruments.
Sloth B
That sounds fascinating! I've always been intrigued by clocks and watches.
Sloth A
Yeah, they had some really intricate horologic pieces from different eras.
Sloth B
I would love to see that! It's incredible how much craftsmanship goes into them.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
temporal
chronometric
timekeeping
Antonyms
timeless
nonchronometric
ahistorical
Root Explanation

Horologic is formed from "horologium" (from Latin, meaning clock or timepiece) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word refers to anything related to clocks or the measurement of time.

Memory Tip

Think of 'horologium' which means clock, and remember that 'horologic' pertains to anything related to clocks or time.

Visually Confused Words
homologic
oologic
chorological
therologic
photologic
phonologic
orological
hydrologic
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