uurwerk — meaning in English

English meaning

• clock noun A device that displays or measures the time of day.
• clockwork noun A mechanism driven by a wound spring and gears, used in clocks, toys, and other devices.

Senses

uurwerk is used for these senses in English:

• clock (attributive) A common noun relating to an instrument that measures or keeps track of time.
• clockwork A mechanism powered by a coiled spring and regulated by some form of escapement; the power is transmitted through toothed gearwheels and used to drive a mechanical clock, toy, or other device.

clock — full definition

1. noun A device that displays or measures the time of day.
2. noun The odometer of a vehicle, which records distance travelled.
3. verb To measure the time or speed of something.
4. verb To notice or become aware of something.
5. verb To illegally alter a vehicle's odometer to show a lower mileage.

clockwork — full definition

1. noun A mechanism driven by a wound spring and gears, used in clocks, toys, and other devices.
2. adj Very regular, precise, and predictable, like the working of a clock.

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