Timepiece is an English word with synonyms like timekeeper or horologe. Below you'll find 10+ example sentences showing how it's used in practice.
Timepiece meaning
- A chronometer (any device used to tell the time of day), particularly a clock lacking a chime or similar sounding mechanism.
- A watch (a small portable device used to tell the time of day), particularly one lacking a chime or similar sounding mechanism.
Synonyms of Timepiece
Using Timepiece
- The main meaning on this page is: A chronometer (any device used to tell the time of day), particularly a clock lacking a chime or similar sounding mechanism. | A chronometer (any device used to tell the time of day), particularly a clock lacking a chime or similar sounding mechanism. | A watch (a small portable device used to tell the time of day), particularly one lacking a chime or similar sounding mechanism.
- Useful related words include: timekeeper, horologe, measuring instrument, measuring system.
- In the example corpus, timepiece often appears in combinations such as: the timepiece, traditional timepiece, timepiece the.
Context around Timepiece
- Average sentence length in these examples: 23.8 words
- Position in the sentence: 6 start, 7 middle, 7 end
- Sentence types: 19 statements, 1 questions, 0 exclamations
Corpus analysis for Timepiece
- In this selection, "timepiece" usually appears in the middle of the sentence. The average example has 23.8 words, and this corpus slice is mostly made up of statements.
- Around the word, public, ancient, mille, museum, related and worth stand out and add context to how "timepiece" is used.
- Recognizable usage signals include a finished timepiece that looks and a traditional timepiece. That gives this page its own corpus information beyond isolated example sentences.
- By corpus frequency, "timepiece" sits close to words such as abominable, acolytes and acv, which helps place it inside the broader word index.
Example types with timepiece
The same corpus examples are grouped by length and sentence type, making it easier to see the contexts in which the word appears:
So why would anyone spend money on an expensive mechanical timepiece? (11 words)
On Friday (Feb. 10), Instagram account for rocking a fake Richard Mille timepiece. (13 words)
S. made” engraved on the movement — the mechanical innards that power a traditional timepiece. (14 words)
Throw in an exclusive 1919 Globetimer UTC Embraer Edition travel timepiece and a handsome, bespoke luggage set, both from Porsche Design, and you just might have the ultimate luxury travel solution, for the road and for the sky. (38 words)
Like the updated Fossil Explorist, this hybrid timepiece pairs a traditional watch case design with smart features, including fitness tracking and Bluetooth connectivity, along with new additions like a heart rate monitor and built-in GPS. (36 words)
The perfect blend of style and functionality, the timepiece features a sleek and stylish design, with a round stainless steel case, a black dial with white hour markers, and a comfortable stainless steel strap. (34 words)
So why would anyone spend money on an expensive mechanical timepiece? (11 words)
Example sentences (20)
The Museum is the Western Hemisphere’s top public timepiece museum with a collection of more than 13,000 clocks, watches, and timepiece–related items.
Once every decade or so, an ancient timepiece in Hollywood strikes Dracula O’Clock, meaning that it’s time for everyone to make a new Dracula movie.
On Friday (Feb. 10), Instagram account for rocking a fake Richard Mille timepiece.
S. made” engraved on the movement — the mechanical innards that power a traditional timepiece.
So why would anyone spend money on an expensive mechanical timepiece?
To mark the 30th anniversary of this significant timepiece, the manufacturer is launching a range of new models featuring a stunning black ceramic case and bezel.
All in all, make sure to do your research before you buy a timepiece as an investment.
King Mswati gives the royal wave with his Jacob & Co Brilliant Skeleton Baguette Tourbillon Ruby timepiece.
Now the timepiece, worth roughly $1.4 million, is set to face off against the best watches from across the world at the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix in November.
The Antiques Roadshow expert then gave a cautionary note while revealing the valuation for the unique timepiece, indicating that its true worth hinged on the condition of the "quarter repeating" mechanism.
The perfect blend of style and functionality, the timepiece features a sleek and stylish design, with a round stainless steel case, a black dial with white hour markers, and a comfortable stainless steel strap.
This exquisite timepiece, known for its sophisticated design and advanced functionality, perfectly complemented Salman’s dapper look.
Timepiece wines highlight Jordan’s heritage, featuring only single-vineyard varietals from vines over 35 years old.
This is a Todd Snyder x Timex collaboration that’s truly elevated the vintage Timex design for a finished timepiece that looks stunning.
Throw in an exclusive 1919 Globetimer UTC Embraer Edition travel timepiece and a handsome, bespoke luggage set, both from Porsche Design, and you just might have the ultimate luxury travel solution, for the road and for the sky.
Apple announced its new smart timepiece, called Series 5, alongside the new iPhone 11 in Cupertino, California.
Like the updated Fossil Explorist, this hybrid timepiece pairs a traditional watch case design with smart features, including fitness tracking and Bluetooth connectivity, along with new additions like a heart rate monitor and built-in GPS.
The equestrian-themed timepiece is the latest collection of women watches by the iconic French luxury brand, the result of collaboration with American designer Ini Archibong.
They let him wear the watch, but he removed the bezel, resulting in the unique-looking timepiece that is so closely association with Colonel Kurtz.
To further recognize the Spider-Man franchise and this year's Spider-Man: Far From Home film premiere, Citizen also unveiled a Limited Edition Spider-Man timepiece to honor everyone's favorite neighborhood hero.
Common combinations with timepiece
These word pairs occur most frequently in English texts: