Stopwatch
Definition
A stopwatch is a timing device used to measure the amount of time it takes for an event or action to occur. It has start, stop, and reset buttons.
Analogy
Imagine you are running in a race and the stopwatch is your coach. When the race starts, your coach presses the start button on the stopwatch. When you cross the finish line, they press the stop button to see how long it took you.
Related terms
Timer: Similar to a stopwatch, it measures time but may not have all the same features such as start/stop buttons.
Chronometer: A highly accurate stopwatch used for precise timing in scientific experiments or sports events.
Split Time: The time recorded by pressing the split button on a stopwatch while keeping the overall timer running.
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