Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chronograph
Noun
/ˈkrɒnəɡrɑːf/
Definition
A chronograph is a device that measures time intervals, often used in timing events or recording durations.
Examples
- The athlete used a chronograph to record his lap times during the race.
- Many pilots rely on a chronograph to track flight durations accurately.
- The chronograph feature on his watch helped him time his cooking precisely.
Meaning
The term ‘chronograph’ combines ‘chrono,’ meaning time, and ‘graph,’ meaning writing or recording, indicating its purpose of marking time.
Synonyms
- Timer
- Stopwatch
- Timepiece
