grandfather clock (redirected from grandfather clocks)

grandfather clock

n.

A pendulum clock enclosed in a tall, narrow cabinet.

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[From the song My Grandfather's Clock by Henry Clay Work (1832-1884), American songwriter.]

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grandfather clock

Noun

an old-fashioned clock in a tall wooden case that stands on the floor

Thesaurus

Noun

1.

grandfather clock - a pendulum clock enclosed in a tall narrow case longcase clock pendulum clock - a clock regulated by a pendulum casing, shell, case - the housing or outer covering of something; "the clock has a walnut case"