noun Download 🔗Share A 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. Examples : "The grandfather clock in the hallway has a pendulum that swings back and forth, keeping perfect time. " physics time device machine energy Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A lamp, etc. suspended from a ceiling. Examples : "A glass pendulum hung above the dining room table, casting a warm light. " physics science device Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A watch's guard-ring by which it is attached to a chain. Examples : "The grandfather clock's pendulum was adjusted so it kept accurate time. " part machine time device Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading