Meaning & Definition of word "Clock"

Clock

/klɒk/

1. A device used for measuring and indicating time.
- Example: I bought a new clock for my living room that has a beautiful design.
2. An arrangement of parts in a work of machinery that indicates the time.
- Example: The clock in the factory helps synchronize the workflow among the workers.
3. The mechanism in a computer or electronic device that controls the timing of operations.
- Example: The computer's clock frequency is measured in gigahertz.
4. A period of time, especially one used for reference.
- Example: He finished the project just as the clock struck five.

1. To measure the time taken to complete a task, often used in sports or competitions.
- Example: They clocked her running the marathon in just under three hours.
2. To observe or record the time indicated by a clock.
- Example: Please clock the start time of the meeting.
3. To hit or strike someone, often in a forceful or sudden manner.
- Example: He clocked his opponent with a solid punch during the boxing match.

Middle English 'clokke,' from Old French 'cloche' meaning bell.

against the clock:

In a hurry or under time pressure.

clock in:

To register the time of arrival at work.

clock out:

To register the time of leaving work.

watch the clock:

To be conscious of the passing time, often because one is bored.

beat the clock:

To finish something before the deadline.

time:

The indefinite continued progress of existence and events.

hour:

A unit of time equal to 60 minutes.

minute:

A unit of time equal to 60 seconds.

second:

A unit of time equal to one sixtieth of a minute.

schedule:

A plan for carrying out a process or procedure.

Meaning: To clock someone

Example Sentence: He clocked his friend in the face during the argument.

Meaning: Clocked in

Example Sentence: She clocked in at work right on time.

Meaning: Clocking out

Example Sentence: After a long day, I finally started clocking out.