Horology

/hɒɹˈɒləd‍ʒi/

/hoːɹˈɑːlədʒi/

[noun]

Horology

[NOUN]

the art of making or manufacturing watches and clocks

Examples

1. "Does anyone know what the study of horology is?"

2. And my dad raised his hand, and he says, "Is horology the study of cheerleading?"

3. His scientific contributions spanned physics, astronomy, horology, microscopy, paleontology, and even architecture.

4. Now for watch collectors who appreciate the artistry and the craftsmanship and the horology behind their timepieces, they're going to want to look into mechanical and automatic movements.