Time Test: French Twist
Watchmaking has its own mini-language: a set of French terms with specific horological definitions. Match the following words with their meanings. The answers appear at the bottom in the form of 3-C, 5-G, etc. (To find out how to pronounce these words, see Part 2 of our Pronunciation Guide in the Reference Center section.)1. guilloch��2. rattrapante3. anglage4. ��bauche5. sonnerie6. ligne7. tourbillon8. monopoussoir9. remontoir10. carr��11. chablon12. chaton13. foudroyante14. perlage15. reglageHere are your definitions: A. Square, used to describe square watch casesB. A movement blank, i.e., a movement without its balance, escapement or mainspring. Translates literally as rough draft or outline. C. Device consisting of an escapement enclosed within a tiny rotating cage. Its purpose is to eliminate timing errors caused by the effects of gravity on a watch's balance. Translates literally as whirlwind. D. A ring, often made of gold, in which a watch jewel bearing is set. Its literal t

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