areroscope

/ɑrɪˈrɒskəʊp/

Definitions

1. noun

A device used in the past for observing the position of the sun and determining the time of day.

“The areroscope on the church tower allowed the priest to keep track of time during the day.”

Synonyms

  • horologe
  • sundial

Antonyms

  • clock
  • watch