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watchmaker

noun

  1. artisan who makes and repairs watches
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈwɔtʃˌmeɪkə/

noun

Etymology: From watch + maker. Compare clockmaker.

  1. A craftsperson or company who makes and/or maintains watches.

    The watchmakers of Switzerland were pioneers of screw machine technology.

  2. God in His role as the creator according to the watchmaker analogy.

    Near-synonym: clockmaker

    We have the great watchmaker to thank for these glorious sunrises and sunsets.