wristwatch

noun

wrist·​watch ˈrist-ˌwäch How to pronounce wristwatch (audio)
: a small watch that is attached to a bracelet or strap and is worn around the wrist

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Van Cleef & Arpels, for instance, infuses its 118 years of jewelry expertise into wildly complicated automaton wristwatches and clocks behind intricate facades. Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024 The museum always had a section dedicated to the Hamilton Watch Company, including pocket watches, wristwatches, chronometers, desk clocks, and the first-ever electric watch. Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024 These are the same 3-volt batteries that commonly slot into wristwatches, kitchen thermometers, and other small electronics. Reece Rogers, WIRED, 18 Oct. 2024 If you’re asked to picture a classic round wristwatch, the Calatrava is likely what comes to mind. Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for wristwatch 

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wristwatch was in 1896

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“Wristwatch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wristwatch. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.

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wristwatch

noun
wrist·​watch ˈris-ˌtwäch How to pronounce wristwatch (audio)
: a small watch attached to a bracelet or strap to fasten about the wrist

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