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TIME-BALL

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There is 1 meaning of the word Time-Ball.

Time-Ball - as a noun

A ball that slides down a staff to show a fixed time; especially at an observatory

Example Sentences

"The time-ball dropped at exactly noon as a signal for ships to set their chronometers."
"The time-ball on top of the tower was visible from miles away."
"Crowds gathered to watch the time-ball ascend the mast at sunset."
"The time-ball mechanism was carefully calibrated to ensure accuracy."
"The time-ball was invented in the 19th century as a visual time signal for navigators."
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Is TIME-BALL a valid Scrabble word?
No, time-ball is NOT valid for Scrabble
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Is TIME-BALL a valid Words With Friends word?
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Is TIME-BALL a valid WordFeud word?
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