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Eccentric Epochs: Odd Timekeepers Revealed
Explore the fascinating world of unusual timekeeping devices with this crossword featuring obscure and eccentric clocks, timers, and chronometers.
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  • 1. Ancient term for a timekeeping instrument
  • 2. Old term for water-driven time measurement
  • 3. Time measured by the burning of incense sticks
  • 5. Islamic institution known for early timekeeping innovations
  • 7. Alternate name for an hourglass
  • 9. Type of calendar based on moon and sun cycles
  • 13. Swinging weight device revolutionizing precision timekeeping
  • 14. Device that tells time using shadows and sunlight
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  • 4. Mechanical devices measuring celestial motions for time
  • 6. Specific water clock measuring irrigation duration
  • 8. Burning candle used as a timing device
  • 10. Ancient water clock used to measure time
  • 11. Tall monument used historically as a shadow clock
  • 12. Device that measures time using ocean tides
  • 15. Historic instrument used for astronomical timekeeping
  • 16. Instrument that tells time by stars during the night

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