horologist
(hɒˈrɒlədʒɪst)
[mod. f. horologe or horology + -ist.]
One who is skilled in horology; a maker of timepieces; a clock- or watch-maker.
| 1798 J. Gilchrist in Asiat. Res. V. 86 The grand horologist himself is about to inform them, that now is the time. a 1857 Ld. Ellesmere Addr. etc. 54 (L.) The name of Mr. B. L. Vulliamy is one well known as connected with the highest eminence in his profession as an horologist. 1884 Spectator 12 July 923/2 The..advocate..was a journeyman horologist. |