noun🔗ShareA body suspended from a fixed support so that it swings freely back and forth under the influence of gravity, commonly used to regulate various devices such as clocks."The grandfather clock in the hallway has a pendulum that swings back and forth, keeping perfect time. "physicstimedevicemachineenergyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA lamp, etc. suspended from a ceiling."A glass pendulum hung above the dining room table, casting a warm light. "physicssciencedeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA watch's guard-ring by which it is attached to a chain."The grandfather clock's pendulum was adjusted so it kept accurate time. "partmachinetimedeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
