CultureAugust 25, 2026
horophiles
HOR-oh-fyles
Definition
People who are devoted, enthusiastic, or obsessive fans of timepieces and the art of watchmaking.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'hōra' (meaning time or hour) and the suffix '-phile' (meaning one who loves or has a fondness for), which comes from the Greek 'philos'.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe a devoted community of Italian watch enthusiasts who inspired Svend Andersen to create his first classical worldtimer in 1990.
A World in Platinum: The Andersen Genève Communication 45 and the Art of the Worldtimer
Read the full article ↗Quill & Pad