A crossword exploring unique and historical methods of measuring time beyond conventional clocks.
Ancient and Curious Timekeepers Revealed
Explore a crossword featuring rare and unconventional methods humans have used to measure time throughout history.
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- 1. Noon line or high point of the sun’s path
- 2. Timekeeping by the burning of a marked candle
- 4. Device using the sun’s shadow to tell time
- 6. Tool for telling time by stars at night
- 9. Sand flowing to measure short intervals
- 10. Ancient water clock measuring time by flow
- 11. Used by coastal cultures as natural timers
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- 3. Asian timekeeping using fragrant incense sticks
- 5. Tracking time through phases of the moon
- 7. Method measuring time by slow rope combustion
- 8. Monument casting shadow used to mark hours
- 12. Instrument to measure celestial positions and time
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