Wordiyowater-clock
🇬🇧 UK/'wɔ:tərkl'ɒk/🇺🇸 US
IELTS
Definitions
n.
An ancient timekeeping device that measures time by the flow of water
水钟，滴漏
🧩 Root Breakdown
Native EnglishExample Sentences
- 1.
Ancient Egyptians used the water-clock to measure time.
- 2.
The water-clock was an early form of automatic machinery.