watchmaking

Noun

Meaning

watchmaking (uncountable)

The making (and repairing) of watches.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

watchmaker timepiece clockmaker horology horologist horologer

Examples

Although as the cage rotates, the ever-present pull of gravity is not nullified, the tourbillon represents a feat in high-end watchmaking. Source: Internet

In true pioneer style Kai sported a TAG Heuer Aquaracer; an innovation since 1892 when Edouard Heuer filed the first patent for a watertight case in the history of watchmaking. Source: Internet

On the off chance anyone buys it, H. Moser said the proceeds would go to supporting independent Swiss watchmaking suppliers. Source: Internet

Even in the orthodox world of Swiss watchmaking, there is room for bold innovation, said Arpa, a former math professor and professional Muay Thai boxer. Source: Internet

Coventry was one of the main centres of watchmaking during the 18th and 19th centuries and as the industry declined, the skilled workers were key to setting up the cycle trade. Source: Internet

Finally, many apparently obscure jobs are part of a larger trade community, such as watchmaking, framework knitting or gunmaking. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

watchlist watchmaker watchmaker's watchman watchman's detector watchman's time detector