chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrä-nə-ˌgraf 
ˈkrō-
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: such as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: stopwatch
also
: a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
c
: an instrument for measuring the time of flight of projectiles
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Pieces equipped with the chronograph will be explored in detail in the Unico Experience.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 May 2024
Omega, the Swiss brand owned by Swatch Group AG, was the second-best performer among brand indexes over the year, declining by about 2% as secondary market prices for some of its Speedmaster chronograph models gained or held firm.
—Andy Hoffman, Fortune Europe, 8 May 2024
The black skeletonized dial also showcases gold accents and gives a striking view of the Unico 2 chronograph movement (HUB 1280).
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2024
That’s used to make the case of this $9,100 sporty chronograph with Montblanc’s unusual rotating-globe GMT display.
—Jeremy White, WIRED, 11 Apr. 2024
The black dial chronograph, reference 6262 with exotic subdials, has a pre-auction estimate of 200,000 francs to 400,000 francs.
—Andy Hoffman, Fortune Europe, 20 Mar. 2024
The custom chronograph was given to Schumacher by Jean Todt.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2024
At the time, Omega issued a version of its Speedmaster Racing chronograph with Schumacher’s signature on the caseback.
—Andy Hoffman, Fortune Europe, 20 Mar. 2024
The chronograph setup is neatly organized with counters for 30 minutes, 12 hours, and small seconds, all laid out in a way that’s easy on the eyes.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2024
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 May 2024
Omega, the Swiss brand owned by Swatch Group AG, was the second-best performer among brand indexes over the year, declining by about 2% as secondary market prices for some of its Speedmaster chronograph models gained or held firm.
—Andy Hoffman, Fortune Europe, 8 May 2024
The black skeletonized dial also showcases gold accents and gives a striking view of the Unico 2 chronograph movement (HUB 1280).
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2024
That’s used to make the case of this $9,100 sporty chronograph with Montblanc’s unusual rotating-globe GMT display.
—Jeremy White, WIRED, 11 Apr. 2024
The black dial chronograph, reference 6262 with exotic subdials, has a pre-auction estimate of 200,000 francs to 400,000 francs.
—Andy Hoffman, Fortune Europe, 20 Mar. 2024
The custom chronograph was given to Schumacher by Jean Todt.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2024
At the time, Omega issued a version of its Speedmaster Racing chronograph with Schumacher’s signature on the caseback.
—Andy Hoffman, Fortune Europe, 20 Mar. 2024
The chronograph setup is neatly organized with counters for 30 minutes, 12 hours, and small seconds, all laid out in a way that’s easy on the eyes.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2024
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“Chronograph.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chronograph. Accessed 20 May. 2024.
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chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf
ˈkrō-nə-
: an instrument for measuring and recording stretches of time with exactness
Medical Definition
chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf, ˈkrō-nə-
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
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