horology
noun
ho·rol·o·gy hə-ˈrä-lə-jē 
1
: the science of measuring time
2
: the art of making instruments for indicating time
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He is said to have spent considerable time learning about horology and, most recently, was reported to be having in-depth conversations with notable watch collectors Kevin O’Leary and Tyler, the Creator on the set of Marty Supreme. —
Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026 The legendary Japanese brand is one of the few in horology that truly transcends class, race, and nationality. —Parker Hall, Wired News, 21 Apr. 2026 Lau’s journey into horology began early, sparked by a simple observation. —K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2026 Bringing the gold and steel vision into horology, the Serpenti Tubogas Studs capsule collection translates the two materials into a structural timepiece. —Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for horology
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Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026 The legendary Japanese brand is one of the few in horology that truly transcends class, race, and nationality. —Parker Hall, Wired News, 21 Apr. 2026 Lau’s journey into horology began early, sparked by a simple observation. —K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2026 Bringing the gold and steel vision into horology, the Serpenti Tubogas Studs capsule collection translates the two materials into a structural timepiece. —Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for horology
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“Horology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/horology. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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