CEFR B1

timekeeper

noun

Meaning

A person responsible for recording or measuring time, especially in a sporting event or as an official duty.

Examples

The official timekeeper announced the end of the first half.
As a timekeeper, she had to ensure all participants completed the race within the set limits.

Synonyms: official, scorer, chronometrist

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timekeeper (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtaɪmˌkiːpər/

Definition

A person responsible for recording or measuring time, especially in a sporting event or as an official duty.

Examples

The official timekeeper announced the end of the first half.
As a timekeeper, she had to ensure all participants completed the race within the set limits.
He was appointed as the timekeeper for the swimming competition.

How to Use timekeeper

timekeeper for (prepositional phrase): The person responsible for keeping time for a specific event or group. — "She served as the timekeeper for the school's annual track meet."
act as timekeeper (collocation): To perform the duties of a timekeeper. — "He agreed to act as timekeeper for the chess tournament."

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