Meaning Of The Word Anchor escapement

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What's The Definition Of Anchor escapement?

anchor escapement in American English
noun: an escapement in which wedge-shaped pallets engage with an escape wheel having pointed teeth, usually facing in the direction of revolution, so that the escape wheel recoils slightly at every release

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