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Minute Hand

Description:

The minute hand is a component of a clock or watch that indicates the current minute on the dial.

Possible Related Products:

• Analog Clock
• Watch
• Wall Clock

Senses and Usages:

Noun - Clock Component:

In a clock or watch, the minute hand is the slender hand that moves around the dial, indicating the minutes.

Example sentence: The minute hand of the grandfather clock stopped at twelve o'clock.

Noun - Time Measurement:

The minute hand can also refer to a unit of time equal to 60 seconds.

Example sentence: He completed the task in a minute hand, proving his efficiency.

Adjective - Small or Insignificant:

When used as an adjective, minute hand describes something extremely small or insignificant.

Example sentence: She found it hard to read the minute hand print on the packaging.