A crossword exploring unique and historical methods of measuring time beyond conventional clocks.
Ancient and Quirky Timekeeping Techniques
Explore a crossword featuring rare and unusual methods humans have used to measure time throughout history.
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- 1. Water clock used in antiquity
- 2. Lunar cycle used to track months
- 3. Ancient tool to track stars and time
- 4. Timer that measures time by sand flow
- 6. Part of a candle that controls burn rate
- 7. The science of measuring time
- 10. Ancient device using shadows to tell time
- 14. Japanese method of timekeeping using obi knots
- 16. Fragrant sticks used as time indicators
Down
- 5. Burning candle used as a timer
- 8. German wooden clock type from medieval times
- 9. Medieval clock type with striking mechanism
- 11. Swings back and forth to regulate clocks
- 12. Natural rhythm influenced by the moon
- 13. Sound instrument marking passage of time
- 15. Stone pillar used historically as a sundial
- 17. Light source once used to mark night watches
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