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What does hourglass mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word hourglass? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. A clock made of two glass vessels connected with a narrow passage, with sand flowing through that passage.
  2. (computing) A pointer, often shaped like an hourglass, indicating the computer is busy.
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Jersey and stretch linen are gathered faintly reminiscent of ancient Greece, yet wrapped around the body in hourglass silhouettes.
When you run out of paper or the words you write are jumbled up, think of the hourglass passing sand from the top to the bottom.
She looks ravishing, with an hourglass figure that is beyond comprehension.
Peplum is a more ladylike and sophisticated way to get an hourglass figure than opting for a clingy bandage dress.
If you are blessed with a curvy, hourglass figure, then a corset or basque will certainly make the most of your assets.
But the small party does not manage to remain separate, for it meets a masqued procession featuring Winged Time, his scythe and hourglass.

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