Clepsydra — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈklep-sə-drə/ clep·sy·dra

Meaning & Definition of Clepsydra

Clepsydra (noun)

  1. water clock

Clepsydra (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in hourglass, water clock

    similar: hourglass, sandglass, sundial, water clock, alarm clock, atomic clock, cuckoo clock, grandfather clock, time clock, chronograph, stopwatch, watch, chronometer, clock, timekeeper, timepiece, timer

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Clepsydra

The most common words with a similar meaning to Clepsydra:

hourglass, sandglass, sundial, water clock, alarm clock, atomic clock, cuckoo clock, grandfather clock, time clock, chronograph, stopwatch, watch, chronometer, clock, timekeeper, timepiece, timer

Word Forms of Clepsydra

Inflections: clepsydras, clepsydrae

Origin & Etymology of Clepsydra

Latin, from Greek klepsydra, from kleptein to steal + hydōr water klepto-, water

First known use: 1580

Frequently Asked Questions about Clepsydra

What does "Clepsydra" mean?

"Clepsydra" means water clock. As a noun, it is defined as: water clock.

What is another word for "Clepsydra"?

Other words for "Clepsydra" include hourglass, sandglass, sundial, water clock, alarm clock, atomic clock, cuckoo clock and grandfather clock. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Clepsydra" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Clepsydra"?

There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Clepsydra". Common alternatives include hourglass, sandglass, sundial, water clock, alarm clock, atomic clock, cuckoo clock, grandfather clock, time clock and chronograph.

Is "Clepsydra" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Clepsydra" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Clepsydra"?

"Clepsydra" is pronounced /ˈklep-sə-drə/ and divided into syllables as clep·sy·dra.

What is the origin of the word "Clepsydra"?

"Clepsydra" comes from Latin, from Greek klepsydra, from kleptein to steal + hydōr water klepto-, water. First known use: 1580.

What is another word for "Clepsydra" meaning "as in hourglass, water clock"?

When "Clepsydra" (noun) means as in hourglass, water clock, synonyms include hourglass, sandglass, sundial, water clock, alarm clock and atomic clock.

What are the forms of "Clepsydra"?

The word forms of "Clepsydra" include clepsydras and clepsydrae.