What does escapement mean?
A mechanism that releases a toothed wheel or a similar device, allowing it to rotate freely. In horology, the escapement is a critical component of a mechanical clock or watch, responsible for releasing the gear train at a precise rate.
Example
"The watchmaker carefully adjusted the escapement to ensure accurate timekeeping."
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