Clocked Meaning in English
word · lemma: clock
Definition
'Clocked' most commonly means to measure or record the time or speed of something, like in a race. It can also informally mean to notice or see someone, or (in slang) to hit someone hard.
Usage & Nuances
'Clocked' is often used in sports for timing, as in 'she clocked 10 seconds'. In slang, 'clocked' someone means to punch them, or to notice them ('I clocked him across the street'). The slang use to mean 'to notice' is more common in British English.
Example Sentences
She clocked 12 seconds in the race.
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The car clocked 200 kilometers per hour.
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He clocked in at 9:00 this morning.
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I clocked him as soon as he walked into the café.
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She accidentally clocked her brother while turning around.
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The runner clocked a personal best in today’s marathon.
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