chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph ˈkrä-nə-ˌgraf 
ˈkrō-
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: such as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: stopwatch
also : a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
c
: an instrument for measuring the time of flight of projectiles
chronographic
ˌkrä-nə-ˈgra-fik
adjective ˌkrō-
chronography
krə-ˈnä-grə-fē
noun 
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Priced at just over $11,000, the ultra-fast chronograph is currently the brand’s top-selling model. 
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 26 July 2022 Marine Torpilleur Moonphase watch, and 300 each of the blue- and white-dialed 44mm Annual Chronograph that offers annual calendar and chronograph functions. Roberta Naas, Forbes, 30 Aug. 2021 Functions on this automatic piece include a 12-hour chronograph, day/date window at 3 o’clock, subdials for running seconds and sub seconds, a 46-hour power reserve and water resistance up to 6 bar or roughly 61 meters. Laurie Brookins, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2022 The Swiss watchmaker has just unveiled an exclusive version of its classic Carrera chronograph with a dazzling crimson dial. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 July 2022 The 1969 debut of Zenith's A386 was an horological gamechanger, one that introduced the innovative El Primero calibre, one of first automatic chronograph movements. Yvette Jordan, Town & Country, 17 July 2022 With that, Rieussec became the inventor of the first inking chronograph. Roberta Naas, Forbes, 1 Sep. 2021 The $3,500 timepiece is an automatic chronograph with a regatta timer, a wristwatch designed for competitive recreational sailing. Phoebe Wall Howard, Detroit Free Press, 16 July 2022 Prototype pieces, such as the Franck Muller chronograph, however, are not to be overlooked and are always intriguing finds in the secondary market. Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 23 June 2022 See More
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 26 July 2022 Marine Torpilleur Moonphase watch, and 300 each of the blue- and white-dialed 44mm Annual Chronograph that offers annual calendar and chronograph functions. Roberta Naas, Forbes, 30 Aug. 2021 Functions on this automatic piece include a 12-hour chronograph, day/date window at 3 o’clock, subdials for running seconds and sub seconds, a 46-hour power reserve and water resistance up to 6 bar or roughly 61 meters. Laurie Brookins, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2022 The Swiss watchmaker has just unveiled an exclusive version of its classic Carrera chronograph with a dazzling crimson dial. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 July 2022 The 1969 debut of Zenith's A386 was an horological gamechanger, one that introduced the innovative El Primero calibre, one of first automatic chronograph movements. Yvette Jordan, Town & Country, 17 July 2022 With that, Rieussec became the inventor of the first inking chronograph. Roberta Naas, Forbes, 1 Sep. 2021 The $3,500 timepiece is an automatic chronograph with a regatta timer, a wristwatch designed for competitive recreational sailing. Phoebe Wall Howard, Detroit Free Press, 16 July 2022 Prototype pieces, such as the Franck Muller chronograph, however, are not to be overlooked and are always intriguing finds in the secondary market. Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 23 June 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
probably borrowed from French chronographe, from chrono- chrono- + -graphe -graph
First Known Use
1851, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf, ˈkrō-nə-
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
chronograph
noun
as in stopwatch
Synonyms & Similar Words
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- stopwatch
- timepiece
- chronometer
- sundial
- watch
- hourglass
- timekeeper
- clock
- clepsydra
- timer
- sandglass
- alarm clock
- time clock
- water clock
- grandfather clock
- atomic clock
- cuckoo clock