Definition:Clock/Analogue

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Definition

An analogue clock is a clock where the time of day is indicated by means of a set of pointers called hands which indicate a position on a (usually) circular scale.

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Hands

The pointers on an analogue clock are known as its hands.


Dial

The circular scale on an analogue clock is known as its dial.


Also known as

An analogue clock is usually referred to just as a clock.

The American spelling of analogue is analog.


Also see

  • Results about clocks can be found here.