Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hourglass
noun
/ˈaʊərɡlæs/
Definition
A device used to measure time, consisting of two glass bulbs connected by a narrow neck, with sand flowing from the upper bulb to the lower one.
Examples
- The hourglass on the table marked the time for the upcoming meeting.
- She watched the sand in the hourglass slowly trickle down.
- In many cultures, the hourglass represents the fleeting nature of time.
Meaning
The term hourglass can refer to both the physical object used for measuring time and symbolize the passage of time in various contexts.
Synonyms
- Sand timer
- Timer
- Chronometer
