horology
The origin and history of horology.
Etymology
The word comes from Latin horologia, which was built from horo- and -logia. These parts go back to Ancient Greek words for hour or period of time and for the study of something.
The origin and history of horology.
The word comes from Latin horologia, which was built from horo- and -logia. These parts go back to Ancient Greek words for hour or period of time and for the study of something.
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