A crossword puzzle exploring the specialized terminology and concepts involved in traditional clockmaking and horology.
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Intricate Timepiece Mechanics Explained
Explore the fascinating terminology and components related to the craft of clockmaking with this challenging crossword puzzle.
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- 1. Unit of time, sixty seconds
- 2. Model or size of a watch movement
- 3. Type of clock often placed on a shelf
- 4. Type of escapement lever
- 5. Sound signaling the hour or quarter
- 6. Device adjusting clock speed
- 9. Swinging weight that keeps time steady
- 12. Action to tighten a clock’s spring
- 13. Interlocking wheels transmitting motion
- 17. Small gear driving a larger gear
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- 7. Pointer indicating hours or minutes
- 8. Regulates the release of energy in a clock
- 10. Component holding parts in place
- 11. Synthetic stone reducing friction
- 14. Oscillating wheel controlling timekeeping
- 15. Unit of time, sixty minutes
- 16. Stores mechanical energy in a watch
- 18. Face of a clock showing time
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