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clocked

 

[ klɒkt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

measuring time

In this context, 'clocked' refers to the act of measuring the time taken to complete a task or event. It is commonly used in sports and competitions to indicate the speed at which a participant performs. The term can also apply to recognizing the time someone takes for a particular action. 'Clocked' can imply precision in timing, often used in professional settings or when discussing performance metrics.

Synonyms

measured, recorded, timed

Examples of usage

  • He clocked a record time in the marathon.
  • She clocked the project's duration to improve efficiency.
  • The athlete was clocked at 9.8 seconds in the 100-meter dash.
Context #2 | Verb

observing

'Clocked' can also mean to notice or see someone or something, often with a sense of recognition or awareness. This informal usage is prevalent in conversational English. It indicates that someone has paid attention to a particular detail or person, sometimes with the implication of judgment or assessment.

Synonyms

noticed, observed, spotted

Examples of usage

  • I clocked him staring at me from across the room.
  • Did you clock her reaction when he entered?
  • They clocked the new trend quickly.

Translations

Translations of the word "clocked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 marcado

🇮🇳 घड़ी

🇩🇪 gestoppt

🇮🇩 tercatat

🇺🇦 зупинений

🇵🇱 zatrzymany

🇯🇵 停止した

🇫🇷 arrêté

🇪🇸 detenido

🇹🇷 durdurulmuş

🇰🇷 정지된

🇸🇦 متوقفة

🇨🇿 zastavený

🇸🇰 zastavený

🇨🇳 停止的

🇸🇮 ustavljen

🇮🇸 stoppuð

🇰🇿 тоқтатылған

🇬🇪 შეჩერებული

🇦🇿 dayandırılmış

🇲🇽 detenido

Word origin

The term 'clocked' originates from the use of clock instruments for measuring time. The word 'clock' itself is derived from the Middle Ages, where it was used to denote devices that indicated time. Etymologically, 'clock' comes from the Medieval Latin word 'clocca', meaning 'bell', which was critical in alerting people about the time via the sound. As timing became essential in various activities, the verb form 'to clock' emerged, signifying the action of capturing time. Through the 20th century, this word evolved, extending its meaning beyond mere timekeeping to include the act of observing or noticing in colloquial language. Today, 'clocked' conveys both the literal measurement of time and figurative awareness.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,163, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.