timekeeping

/ˈtaɪmˌkipɪŋ/
noun
  1. The act or process of measuring or recording time, especially using clocks or watches.
    • The invention of the pendulum improved timekeeping dramatically.
    • Accurate timekeeping is essential for train schedules.
    • She studied the history of timekeeping from sundials to atomic clocks.
  2. The practice of being on time or managing one's schedule effectively.
    • Employers value employees who show reliable timekeeping.
    • Good timekeeping is a skill that helps you meet deadlines.
    • His poor timekeeping made him late for every meeting.
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