clockwork

/ˈklɑkˌwʌrk/
/ˈklɒkwək/
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Other forms: clockworks

Definitions of clockwork
  1. noun
    any mechanism of geared wheels that is driven by a coiled spring; resembles the works of a mechanical clock
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    type of:
    mechanism
    device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
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