WALL CLOCK Meaning and
Definition
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A wall clock refers to a timekeeping device designed specifically for mounting on walls and displaying the current time. Typically, it consists of a circular clock face with hour and minute hands, enclosed in a casing constructed of various materials such as plastic, wood, or metal. Wall clocks often incorporate numerical markings or Roman numerals to aid in reading and interpreting the time. The hands, usually contrasting in color to the clock face, indicate the hours and minutes as they move across the surface.
Unlike other types of clocks such as wristwatches or desk clocks, wall clocks are intended for fixed placement on vertical surfaces, usually utilizing a hook or hanger for mounting. They are commonly found in homes, offices, schools, and other establishments where time awareness and synchronization are essential.
Wall clocks may feature additional functionalities such as a second hand to measure seconds accurately, as well as various timekeeping mechanisms, including quartz movement or mechanical systems that require winding. Additionally, they may incorporate other decorative features to complement a room's aesthetics.
These timepieces serve as both a practical tool for monitoring the passing hours and as an aesthetic element in interior design, allowing individuals to utilize them as functional yet decorative art pieces. The wall clock's widespread use and availability in a variety of styles, sizes, and designs make it a versatile and familiar timekeeping instrument for numerous settings and purposes.
Common Misspellings for WALL CLOCK
- qall clock
- aall clock
- sall clock
- eall clock
- 3all clock
- 2all clock
- wzll clock
- wsll clock
- wwll clock
- wqll clock
- wakl clock
- wapl clock
- waol clock
- walk clock
- walp clock
- walo clock
- wall xlock
- wall vlock
- wall flock
Etymology of WALL CLOCK
The word "wall clock" is a compound noun formed by combining "wall" and "clock".
The word "wall" came from the Old English word "weall", which means "a rampart or high ground", and is related to the Latin word "vallum" meaning "an elevated wall or rampart". The concept of a wall has been present in various Germanic and Indo-European languages.
The word "clock" originated from the Middle Dutch word "clocke" or "cloth", which referred to a bell or a clock face with hands. This Middle Dutch word is derived from the Old Northern French word "cloche", meaning "bell". The underlying Latin word is "clocca", which likely shares origins with the Old Irish word "clocc" and the Old High German word "glouhha", both meaning "bell".
Similar spelling words for WALL CLOCK
- oil-lamp clock,
- click wheel,
- yule clog,
- wall-clock time,
- clock oil,
- Olea Gallica.
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