clock pendulum

A suspended weight on a clock that swings back and forth to regulate the timekeeping mechanism, often used metaphorically to describe a regular, rhythmic back-and-forth movement or change.

• 🇨🇳钟摆是钟表内悬挂的摆动重物，通过来回摆动调节走时机构，使钟表按时运行；也常比喻有规律、有节奏的运动或变化。

1. Timekeeping component B2 formal

   A swinging weight suspended from a pivot that regulates the movement of a clock mechanism.

   • The clock pendulum swings back and forth with a steady rhythm.
   • He adjusted the length of the clock pendulum to make the clock run more accurately.
   • The antique clock's pendulum was made of polished brass.

   🇨🇳钟摆