wristwatch
Translation
wristwatch
Examples
He checked his wristwatch for the time.
He checked his wristwatch for the time.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the/one's)) wristwatch a noun for a watch worn on the wrist He checked his wristwatch for the time.
Similar Words
watch, chronometer
Etymology
A compound word from 'wrist' and 'watch', literally a watch worn on the wrist.
Memory Tips
Picture a watch that you strap onto your wrist. The name tells you exactly what it is and where it goes.