timer

(noun)

noun

1. a timepiece that measures a time interval and signals its end

Definition categories: man–made, horologe, timekeeper, timepiece

2. (sports) an official who keeps track of the time elapsed

Similar word(s): timekeeper

Definition categories: person, official

3. a regulator that activates or deactivates a mechanism at set times

Definition categories: man–made, governor, regulator