Atomic Clock Definition

noun
An extremely precise timekeeping device regulated in correspondence with a characteristic invariant frequency of an atomic or molecular system.
American Heritage
An extremely accurate clock whose precision depends upon the very constant frequency at which atoms (or molecules) of certain substances, as of cesium, rubidium, or ammonia, absorb or emit electromagnetic radiation.
Webster's New World

An extremely accurate reference clock whose operation is based on an atomic process, typically the frequency of electromagnetic radiation associated with a specified energy-level transition in an element such as cesium.

Wiktionary
(proscribed) A radio clock.
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Other Word Forms of Atomic Clock

Noun

Singular:
atomic clock
Plural:
atomic-clocks

Atomic Clock Sentence Examples

  • Each satellite carries an incredibly accurate atomic clock and broadcasts a regular time signal as well as precise information on its location.

  • The vault breathed in blue in time with the atomic clock.

  • How atomic clocks work The part of an atomic clock which is responsible for keeping time is actually a quartz crystal oscillator.

  • An atomic clock synchronized to GPS is required in order to compute ranges from these three signals.

  • However thanks to latest technology, the atomic clock can now be brought into your homes.

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