horologist

/hɒrˈɒlədʒɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who studies, makes, or keeps clocks and watches; a clockmaker or watchmaker.

“The horologist carefully calibrated the antique pocket watch.”

2. verb

To make or repair clocks and watches.

“The skilled horologist horologized the intricate mechanism of the timepiece.”

Synonyms

  • clockmaker
  • timekeeper
  • watchmaker

Antonyms

  • chronologist