watchmaker

noun

watch·​mak·​er ˈwäch-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce watchmaker (audio)
ˈwȯch-
: one that makes or repairs watches or clocks
watchmaking noun

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Over the summer, it was reported that the Swiss watchmaker was gunning to become the motor-racing competition’s official timekeeper, a title previously held by its competitor Rolex. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Jan. 2025 For all of its high-tech tools and materials, the Singer designers put these vehicles together more like a high-end watchmaker puts together a timepiece. Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 1 Jan. 2025 Independent watchmakers did well in the auction held over two days on December 7 and 8 at Phillips New York saleroom. Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024 Published on November 29, 2024 Panerai/Louis Erard/Voutilainen There is something for everyone this month as watchmakers show their creativity in all shapes and forms. Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 29 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for watchmaker 

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First Known Use

1630, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of watchmaker was in 1630

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“Watchmaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/watchmaker. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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watchmaker

noun
watch·​mak·​er ˈwäch-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce watchmaker (audio)
ˈwȯch-
: one that makes or repairs watches or clocks
watchmaking noun

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