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time ball

The correct spelling is time ball.

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noun

Say it like: Tim-e b-all

The correct spelling is time ball. A large wooden or metal ball that drops at a predetermined time to enable sailors to check their marine chronometers from their boats offshore.

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  1. 1.A large wooden or metal ball that drops at a predetermined time to enable sailors to check their marine chronometers from their boats offshore.

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