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Esoteric Chronometers and Temporal Oddities
Challenging puzzle for experienced crossword solvers
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Across
  • 1. Device reading time by stars’ positions
  • 2. Optical glow effect sometimes seen in sundials
  • 3. Steady liquid fall controlling time measurement
  • 7. A drip-timing apparatus measuring fixed duration
  • 9. Intricate parts powering quirky chronographs
  • 10. Latin-derived term for an ancient astronomical clock
  • 12. Ancient Chinese time gauge using incense segments
  • 15. Device claiming endless motion for timekeeping
Down
  • 4. Shadow-casting device counting day’s passage
  • 5. Primitive clock escapement component rocking in rhythm
  • 6. Scented timer tracking minutes through smoke
  • 8. Exceptionally precise sea-faring timepiece
  • 11. Burning wax timer for measuring intervals
  • 13. Water-driven timekeeper of ancient civilizations
  • 14. Celestial navigation instrument doubling as clock
  • 16. Measures lunar rhythm of ocean’s rise and fall
  • 17. Egyptian monolith used as shadow clock
  • 18. Fanciful name blending time and control, a rare clock model

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