CultureSeptember 4, 2026
tachymeter
tuh-KIM-ih-ter
Definition
A scale often inscribed on the bezel or dial of a chronograph watch used to calculate speed based on travel time over a fixed distance.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek words 'takhus' (meaning fast) and 'metron' (meaning measure), this term was coined in the late 19th century to describe various devices designed for measuring speed.
In the news
The article mentions a tachymeter scale as one of the specific design features on the Bvlgari Titanio Chronograph that helps emphasize the watch's readability and functionality.
BVLGARI Makes Titanium the Creative Center of Its Geneva Watch Days 2026 Releases
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