n. 1 the mechanism of a clock any similar mechanism; consisting of springs and geared wheelsIdiom 2 like clockwork with perfect regularity or precision
The launching of the spacecraft went off like clockwork.
The launching of the spacecraft went off like clockwork.
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Why did Bell's parents call him the clockwork kid when he was a baby?
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What does Hannah put in the clockwork man's chest?
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Where does Frederick put together the clockwork man?
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2 syllables
clock-work
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