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horologist

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ho·rol·o·gist  (hô-rl-jst) also ho·rol·o·ger (-jr)
n.
One who practices or is skilled in horology.

horologist [hɒˈrɒlədʒɪst], horologer [hɒˈrɒlədʒə]
n
(Miscellaneous Technologies / Horology) a person skilled in horology, esp an expert maker of timepieces
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.horologist - someone who makes or repairs watcheshorologist - someone who makes or repairs watches
maker, shaper - a person who makes things


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