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Clock
Any instrument other than a watch for measuring or indicating time, especially a mechanical or electronic device having a numbered dial and moving hands or a digital display.
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steeple clock
Chronometry; Clock
A clock with a sharply pointed Gothic case, and two or four finials at each side forming spires.
steam-engine clock
Chronometry; Clock
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries a number of French novelty clocks were made incorporating a clock movement and dial in models of steam engines, railway locomotives, warships and other ...
steady pin
Chronometry; Clock
The dowel pins commonly used in pairs to ensure the accurate location of a balance cock, etc.
star wheel
Chronometry; Clock
A wheel with pointed teeth, used in conjunction with a snail in rack striking work.
stake
Chronometry; Clock
A support for work of various kinds. A stake is usually, but not invariably, made of steel. There are many designs, from a simple steel block placed on the bench, to complex tools with a wide variety ...
stackfreed
Chronometry; Clock
A device used until the early 17th century to equalize the force of the mainspring over its period of run. The mechanism usually takes the form of a cam geared to the mainspring arbor, and a roller ...
staartklok
Chronometry; Clock
A type of Dutch clock which derives its name from the resemblance of its long swinging pendulum to an animal's tail (staart).
