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water clock

 

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Noun water clock has 1 sense
  1. water clock, clepsydra, water glass - clock that measures time by the escape of water
    --1 is a kind of clock

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Water clock

Definition:

A water clock, also known as a clepsydra, is an ancient timekeeping device that measures time by the regulated flow of water from a container.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - A device that uses the flow of water to measure time.

Example: The water clock was used by ancient civilizations to keep track of time.

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Sense 2:

Noun - A historic timepiece that utilized water as its mechanism.

Example: The museum showcases various types of water clocks used throughout history.

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