Synonyms for

Clocks

Verb / klɑ:ks / Another word for clocks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Clocks are devices used for measuring and indicating time.

Synonyms & similar words

time alfilaria clock pingrass erodiumcicutarium redstemstorksbill alfileria filaria pinclover filaree timepieces watches timers chronometers timekeepers hourglasses sundials stopwatches counters chronographs timetables calendars datebooks schedules planners agendas diaries logbooks journals

Synonyms by register

Formal

timepieces horological instruments

Informal

tick-tocks time-tellers

Literary

timekeepers of the ages sentinels of the hours

Antonyms

timekeepers chronometers watches sundials timers

Common collocations

  • grandfather clocks
  • wall clocks
  • alarm clocks
  • digital clocks
  • analog clocks
  • desk clocks
  • clock tower

Word family

noun clock
verb clock
adjective clockwork

Usage note

The word 'clocks' is the plural of 'clock', a device for measuring and indicating time. It can also be used as a verb, meaning to measure or record the time of something.

Example sentences

  1. I rely on my clock to wake me up in the morning.
  2. My grandmother has a collection of antique clocks.
  3. I need to set my clock back an hour for Daylight Saving Time.
  4. The clock on the wall tells us when it's time to go home.
  5. The teacher uses the clock to keep track of time during the lesson.

Quotes

  • Time is what we want most, but what we use worst. - William Penn
  • Lost time is never found again. - Benjamin Franklin
  • Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow behind. - Nathaniel Hawthorne

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