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Meaning of verge escapement | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

One of an early type of mechanism in a mechanical clock that controls its rate by allowing the gear train to advance at regular intervals or 'ticks'.

Equivalents

Deutsch Spindelhemmung

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

verge staff verge-staff vergeboard Verged vergée vergence

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