Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stopwatch
Noun
/ˈstɑːp.wɑːtʃ/
Definition
A stopwatch is a timekeeping device that is used to measure the amount of time that elapses from a particular time when activated to when it is deactivated.
Examples
- He used a stopwatch to time his running laps at the track.
- The coach instructed the players to record their times with a stopwatch during the sprint drills.
Meaning
The term ‘stopwatch’ refers to a manual or digital tool that can start, stop, and often reset, allowing users to accurately track time intervals.
Synonyms
- Timer
- Chronometer
- Timepiece
