noun “horology”
singular horology, uncountable
- the study of time, especially its measurement and passage
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She dedicated her life to horology, fascinated by the intricate ways humans have measured the passing of time.
- the craft and knowledge involved in creating and taking care of devices used to measure time, like clocks, watches, and sundials
His passion for horology led him to restore antique pocket watches to their former glory.