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chronological

IPA: /krəˈnɒlədʒɪkəl/

KK: /krəˈnɑlədʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Arranged in the order that events happened over time.

Example: The events in the story were presented in chronological order, starting from the beginning.

chronologically

IPA: /krəˈnɒlədʒɪkli/

KK: /krɒnəˈlɒdʒɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that arranges events in the order they happened over time.

Example: The events were presented chronologically to help the audience understand the timeline.

chronologist

IPA: /krəˈnɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /krəˈnɑlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies or specializes in the arrangement of events in the order they occurred in time.

Example: The chronologist was able to accurately date the ancient artifacts based on their historical context.

chronology

IPA: /krəˈnɒlədʒi/

KK: /krəˈnɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study or arrangement of events in the order they happened over time.

Example: The historian created a chronology of the major events of the 20th century.

chronometer

IPA: /krəˈnɒmətə/

KK: /krəˈnɑːmətər/

noun

Definition: A very accurate device used for measuring time, often used in scientific contexts or for navigation.

Example: The sailor relied on his chronometer to ensure he was on the right course during the voyage.

chronometric

IPA: //ˌkrɒnəˈmɛtrɪk//

KK: /ˈkrɒnəˌmɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a device that measures time accurately or to the science of measuring time.

Example: The chronometric features of the new watch allow it to keep time with remarkable precision.

chronometrical

IPA: //ˌkrɒnəˈmɛtrɪkəl//

KK: /kronəˈmɛtrɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the measurement of time or the use of a device that measures time accurately.

Example: The chronometrical data collected during the experiment helped us understand the timing of the reactions.

chronometry

IPA: /krəˈnɒmətri/

KK: /krɒˈnɒmətri/

noun

Definition: The science or practice of measuring time accurately.

Example: Chronometry is essential for precise navigation and scientific experiments.

chronon

IPA: /ˈkrɒnɒn/

KK: /ˈkrɒnɒn/

noun

Definition: A theoretical unit or particle that represents a specific amount of time.

Example: In some theories of physics, a chronon is considered the smallest measurable unit of time.

chronotherapy

IPA: /ˌkrɒnəʊθəˈrɛrəpi/

KK: /krɒnəʊθəˈræpi/

noun

Definition: A method of treating sleep disorders by adjusting the times a person sleeps and wakes, aiming to realign their internal biological clock.

Example: Chronotherapy can help people with insomnia by shifting their sleep schedule to better match their natural rhythms.

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