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chrono

1

[ kron-oh ]

noun

, plural chron·os.


chrono-

2
  1. a combining form meaning “time,” used in the formation of compound words:

    chronometer.

chrono-

combining_form

  1. indicating time

    chronology

    chronometer

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of chrono1

By shortening; -o

Origin of chrono2

< Greek, combining form of chrónos
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Word History and Origins

Origin of chrono1

from Greek khronos time
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Example Sentences

The Chrono Decoder counts down from 60 minutes and creates a real escape room atmosphere.

Looking at his wrist chrono he said to the four Ophiuchans who came down the ramp: "You made fine time."

I come back and see by my chrono that the blood-seal should be set; I get my hands under the computer.

Crag looked at the chrono, then swung his eyes to the instruments.

He glanced at the master chrono, 0610, and followed him into the electronics corner.

I look at my chrono and see that in five minutes the hopper will come.

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