synchronograph

noun

syn·​chron·​o·​graph

sinˈkränəˌgraf,

siŋˈk-,

-grȧf

: an automatic telegraph in which the alternating current which transmits the signals is regulated by a perforated paper ribbon traveling in synchronism with the generator

Word History

Etymology

synchronous + -o- + -graph

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