


a clock driven by its own weight as it descends a rack, cord, incline, etc.


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    noun, Horology. 1. an escapement, used especially in large outdoor clocks, in which the impulse is given to the pendulum by means of a weight falling through a certain distance.

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    noun 1. the supplying of fuel, materials, etc., by force of gravity. 2. a system or device designed for this purpose.
