watchmaker

noun

watch·​mak·​er ˈwäch-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce watchmaker (audio)
ˈwȯch-
: one that makes or repairs watches or clocks
watchmaking
ˈwäch-ˌmā-kiŋ How to pronounce watchmaker (audio)
ˈwȯch-
noun

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By the late 1990s, Cartier was better known as a jeweler than a serious watchmaker. — Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 The brand also has historic appeal; it was established in 1755 and is the oldest watchmaker in continuous operation. — Joe D'allegro, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2026 The Royal Oak series dates back to 1972, when the Swiss watchmaker first introduced an elevated stainless steel sport watch. — Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 15 Sep. 2026 Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot has collaborated with the likes of Shepard Fairey, Richard Orlinski, Daniel Arsham, and Takashi Murakami. — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for watchmaker

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First Known Use

1630, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of watchmaker was in 1630

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watchmaker

noun
watch·​mak·​er ˈwäch-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce watchmaker (audio)
ˈwȯch-
: one that makes or repairs watches or clocks
watchmaking
-kiŋ How to pronounce watchmaker (audio)
noun
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