horological

adjective

hor·​o·​log·​i·​cal ˌhȯr-ə-ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce horological (audio)
: of or relating to a horologe or horology

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Drawing upon the legacy of both the company’s founder as well as the taste and horological inclinations of Daniel Roth, these 1990s-era wristwatches are superb examples of thoughtful haute horlogerie. Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 30 July 2025 Covering five centuries of Genevan, Swiss, and European horological art and housing a library with over 8,000 publications about time, visitors can easily lose track of time here. Anna Haines, AFAR Media, 23 July 2025 For Moser, meanwhile, partnering with Canada’s largest watch retailer provides access to a collector base eager for innovation but unwilling to compromise on traditional horological excellence. Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025 Celebs have been busting out horological showstoppers all tournament, in fact. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 14 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for horological

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of horological was in the 15th century

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“Horological.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/horological. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.

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