This is the 8880th most frequent French word.
cadrant
"Dial" or "quadrant" (part of a clock, measuring device, or circular diagram).
Here, 'cadrant' refers to the dial of the watch, specifically the area displaying the time.
Le cadrant de la montre indique midi.
The watch's dial shows noon.
In this context, 'cadrant' is used to mean the adjustable portion of the device facilitating functionality.
Il ajuste le cadrant afin de mieux voir.
He adjusts the dial to see better.
Here, 'cadrant' refers to the primary surface of the sundial marked with the divisions of time.