noun
B1
Intermediate
wristwatch
RIHST-woch
Wristwatch (noun) means a watch worn on a strap around the wrist. Example: “He checked his wristwatch and realised he was already late.”
noun
1
A watch worn on a strap around the wrist.
"He checked his wristwatch and realised he was already late."
How to use wristwatch
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA watch worn strapped to your wrist, as opposed to a pocket watch.
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Word forms
- Plural
- wristwatches
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He checked his _____ and realised he was already late.
Etymology
Formed from wrist and watch.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “wristwatch” mean?
The word “wristwatch” means a watch worn on a strap around the wrist. In plain terms, a watch worn strapped to your wrist, as opposed to a pocket watch.
How do you pronounce “wristwatch”?
“Wristwatch” is pronounced RIHST-woch (/ˈɹɪstˌwɔt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “wristwatch” in a sentence?
Here is “wristwatch” used in a sentence: “He checked his wristwatch and realised he was already late.”
What part of speech is “wristwatch”?
“Wristwatch” is a noun.
