water clock

noun

water clock

any of various devices for measuring time that use the escape of water as the motive force

First recorded in 1595–1605

Perhaps the earliest mechanical time measure was the clepsydra, or water clock.

This water clock was called a clepsydra, the name being taken from two Greek words meaning 'thief of water.'

The Djyotisha also teaches the art of constructing a clepsydra, or water-clock.

The water-clock (clepsydra) served as a measure of time, especially in affairs connected with the administration of justice.

It was a delightful visit, but we could not remain so long as we wished, for we had to see the water clock.

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