chronograph Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun an accurate timer for recording time

WordNet

Chron"o*graph noun
Etymology
Gr. time + -graph: cf. F. chronographe.
Definitions
  1. An instrument for measuring or recording intervals of time, upon a revolving drum or strip of paper moved by clockwork. The action of the stylus or pen is controlled by electricity.
  2. Same as Chronogram, 1. R.
  3. A chronoscope.

Webster 1913