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sweep-second

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun sweep-second has 1 sense
  1. sweep hand, sweep-second - a second hand that is mounted on the same center as the hour and minute hand and is read on the minutes
    --1 is a kind of second hand

Definitions from the Web

sweep-second

Description:

Adjective - Relating to or denoting a type of watch or clock movement in which a slender seconds hand moves around the dial in a smooth, continuous motion rather than ticking in a series of steps.

Example Sentence:

I bought a sweep-second watch that shows the precise time without any ticking sensation.

Description:

Noun - A seconds hand in a watch or clock that moves around the dial in a smooth, continuous motion rather than ticking in a series of steps.

Example Sentence:

The sweep-second of my grandfather's vintage clock had a unique design.

Description:

Verb - To perform a quick, thorough cleaning of an area or to remove unwanted material.

Example Sentence:

I hired a professional cleaner to sweep-second my entire house before the party.

Description:

Adverb - At a faster or more advanced pace than others.

Example Sentence:

The new technology is progressing sweep-second, leaving the older versions behind.

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