Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
set-a-clock
phrasal verb
/sɛt ə klɒk/
Definition
To adjust a clock to the correct time or to synchronize it with a timekeeping standard.
Examples
- Before going to bed, don’t forget to set-a-clock for 7 AM.
- He had to set-a-clock for the meeting to ensure he wasn’t late.
Meaning
The process of changing the time indicated by a clock so that it accurately reflects the current time.
Synonyms
- adjust the time
- calibrate the clock
- sync the clock
