Definition

The outer part of a watch that protects the inner workings and mechanism.

Example

He carefully polished the watchcase to make it shine.

Conversation

I just got a new watch, and I love the watchcase design.

That sounds cool! What color is it?

It's a sleek silver, really shiny and modern.

Nice! A good watchcase can really make a watch stand out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Watchcase → The word is formed from "watch" (from Old English *wæccan*, meaning to be awake or to guard) and "case" (from Latin *casa*, meaning house or shelter). A watchcase is essentially a protective house for a watch, designed to guard it.

Memory Tip

Think of 'guarding' something ('watch') by putting it in a 'shelter' ('case') — that's why a watchcase is a protective covering for a watch.

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