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hairspring Definition

hair·spring (herspriŋ′)

noun

a very slender, spiral spring that controls the regular movement of the balance wheel in a watch or clock

hairspring Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • slender: You see that slender hairspring of free game golf internet mini play Rosium uncurl and rise, trembling and waving about like a tentacle?

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