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clockwork

/ˈklɒkwɜːk/ · noun

Meaning

  1. A mechanism powered by a coiled spring and regulated by some form of escapement; the power is transmitted through toothed gearwheels and used to drive a mechanical clock, toy, or other device.

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  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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