chronograph

2 definitions found

chronograph - Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 :

  Chronograph \Chron"o*graph\, n. [Gr. ? time + -graph: cf. F.
     chronographe.]
     1. An instrument for measuring or recording intervals of
        time, upon a revolving drum or strip of paper moved by
        clockwork. The action of the stylus or pen is controlled
        by electricity.
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     2. Same as Chronogram, 1. [R.]
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     3. A chronoscope.
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chronograph - WordNet (r) 2.1 (2005) :

  chronograph
      n 1: an accurate timer for recording time