timepiece

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/ˈtaɪmˌpiːs/ · time-piece

An instrument for measuring or keeping track of time, such as a clock or watch.

Meanings

nounformal

An instrument for measuring or keeping track of time, such as a clock or watch.

ایک آلہ جو وقت کی پیمائش یا اس کا ریکارڈ رکھنے کے لیے استعمال ہوتا ہے، جیسے کہ گھڑی یا کلاک۔

وقت ناپ

waqt naap

Formal: آلہ وقت

Synonyms

clockwatchtimerگھڑیساعتیوقت کا آلہ

Common Collocations

  • analog timepiece
  • digital timepiece
  • antique timepiece

Example Sentences

I bought a beautiful timepiece for my collection.

میں نے اپنی کلیکشن کے لیے ایک خوبصورت وقت ناپ خریدا۔

mein ne apni collection ke liye aik khoobsurat waqt naap khareeda.

The antique timepiece still works perfectly.

قدیم وقت ناپ اب بھی بہترین کام کرتا ہے۔

qadeem waqt naap ab bhi behtareen kaam karta hai.

She wears a stylish timepiece that matches her outfit.

وہ ایک جدید وقت ناپ پہنتی ہے جو اس کے لباس کے ساتھ میل کھاتا ہے۔

woh aik jadeed waqt naap pehenti hai jo iske labaas ke sath mail khata hai.

Easily Confused With

timer:A timer is specifically designed to measure intervals of time, while a timepiece generally keeps continuous track of the current time.

Word Family

timing
nounوقت کا تعین
timed
adjectiveوقت مقرر

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a picturesque clock to remember a timepiece.

Visualize a classic wall clock with Roman numerals ticking softly.

📖 Etymology

Origin: English "time + piece" — a piece of equipment used to measure or indicate time

First known use: 15th century

The term 'timepiece' first appeared in the English language in the 15th century to refer to devices that measure time.