chronometer
US /krəˈnɑː.mə.t̬ɚ/
UK /krəˈnɑː.mə.t̬ɚ/
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크로노미터, 정밀 시계
an instrument for measuring time, especially one designed to keep accurate time in spite of motion or variations in temperature, humidity, and air pressure.
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The ship's captain relied on the chronometer for precise navigation.
선장은 정확한 항해를 위해 크로노미터에 의존했다.
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A marine chronometer is essential for determining longitude at sea.
해상에서 경도를 결정하는 데 해상 크로노미터가 필수적이다.