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hairspring

/ˈhɛərspɹɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does hairspring mean?

noun

A spiral spring used in watches and other timepieces to store energy and regulate the balance wheel.

Example

"The hairspring was carefully adjusted to ensure accurate timekeeping."

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