clockwork Synonyms & Antonyms
/ˈklɑkwɝk/
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Clockwork as a Noun
1
A mechanism powered by a coiled spring and regulated by some form of escapement; the power is transmitted through toothed gearwheels and used to drive a mechanical clock, toy, or other device.
2
The action of behaving mechanically in the manner of a clock.
Clockwork as an Adjective
1
Driven by clockwork.
2
Very smooth and regular.
Clockwork in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
clockwork (usually uncountable, plural clockworks)
clockwork (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Clockwork
Origin of Clockwork
From clock + -work.
Quick Facts About Clockwork
| Part of speech | noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈklɑkwɝk// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Meaning | A mechanism powered by a coiled spring and regulated by some form of escapement; the power is transmitted… |
| Plural | clockworks |
How to Pronounce Clockwork
Clockwork is pronounced //ˈklɑkwɝk// and has 1 syllable.