Complete Definition of "clockwork"

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English

Pronunciation
IPA|/kl��kw�k/

Etymology
�clock� + �work�

Noun
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en-noun

  1. A mechanism powered by a coiled spring and regulated by some form of escapement; the power is transmitted through toothed gearwheels and used to drive a mechanical clock, toy, or other device.
  2. (in compound terms) Powered by clockwork

Derived terms
like clockwork
clockwork orange

Translations
trans-top|mechanism powered by coiled spring to drive mechanical device
French: rouage
trans-mid
German: Federwerk n
trans-bottom

Category:Time
Category:Clocks

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