Word of the Day — August 9, 2026

chronometer

/chron-OM-et-er/nounPush me

Definition

A super-precise clock that sailors use to stay on course across the ocean.

an accurate clock (especially used in navigation)

Memory Hook

CHRONO (time) + METER (measure) = a device that measures time with extreme accuracy. Picture a captain checking a gleaming brass instrument to know exactly where they are at sea.