timeserver

/ˈtaɪmˌsɜrvər/

Definitions

1. noun

A device or service that synchronizes the clock of a computer to a more precise time source, usually over the internet.

“The company uses a timeserver to ensure that its financial transactions are processed at the exact time specified.”

2. noun

A person who keeps track of the time, especially in a professional or official capacity.

“The event coordinator acted as the timeserver to ensure that the speakers began on schedule.”

Synonyms

  • clock server
  • scheduler
  • timekeeper

Antonyms

  • timekeeper