Synonyms for

Dials

Verb / ˈdaɪʌlz / / daɪlz / Another word for dials — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dials refer to the numbered discs or pointers on a clock or other measuring instrument that indicates a reading or measurement.

Synonyms & similar words

telephonedial dial gauges readouts indicators meters instruments measures counters registers timers hands pointers timepieces watches chronometers stopwatches timetables calendars diaries schedules

Example sentences

  1. The dials on the dashboard of the car showed how fast we were going.
  2. My grandfather's antique clock has beautiful dials and hands.
  3. The scientist used the dials on the machine to measure the temperature.
  4. I had to adjust the dials on the oven to bake the cake at the right temperature.
  5. The pilot checked the dials on the airplane's control panel before takeoff.

Quotes

  • Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow behind in the form of dials on the clock.
  • The dials of life are too short to turn back after all the time that has been wasted.
  • Life's magic is not about having a thousand dials to turn, but knowing which knob to turn at the right time.

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