Watchmaker
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈwɔtʃˌmeɪkə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Watchmaker is a noun meaning A craftsperson or company who makes and/or maintains watches.
Meaning
A craftsperson or company who makes and/or maintains watches.
More Meanings
- (philosophy, religion, often capitalized) God in His role as the creator according to the watchmaker analogy.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: clockmaker
The watchmakers of Switzerland were pioneers of screw machine technology.
We have the great watchmaker to thank for these glorious sunrises and sunsets.
Word Forms
- watchmakers
Synonyms for watchmaker
Depending on context, synonyms include clockmaker, horologist, horologer.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include horologer, horologist, clockmaker, watch-jobber, watchkeeper, wait.
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