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Meaning of hourglass

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

hourglass

Pronunciation:/ˈaʊəɡlɑːs/

noun

Definitions

  1. A clock made of two glass vessels connected by a narrow passage through which sand flows.

    Example: After each game turn, invert the hourglass to reset the time limit for the next player.

  2. A pointer, often shaped like an hourglass, indicating that the computer is busy.