analog — relating to or using signals or information represented by a continuously variable physical quantity
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to or using signals or information represented by a continuously variable physical quantity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈænəlɔːɡ/
Example Sentences
- The spy used an analog radio because digital signals could be easily intercepted.
- My cat is the perfect analog to a furry alarm clock that never works properly.
- She insisted on using analog equipment in her recording studio for that 'warm' sound.
analog
ADJECTIVE[/ˈænəlɔːɡ/]
relating to or using signals or information represented by a continuously variable physical quantity
a sound engineer adjusts large analog mixing board knobs while watching signal meters with smoothly moving needles. The VU meters display continuous wave patterns that flow smoothly up and down without interruption. As music plays, the analog tape reels spin continuously while the needle gauges respond with fluid, unbroken movements. A young assistant watches the smooth signal flow on an oscilloscope displaying continuous sine waves. signals represented by continuously variable physical quantities moving smoothly without discrete steps
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek analogos, meaning 'proportionate' or 'according to ratio.' Originally used in mathematics to describe relationships between quantities, it later evolved to describe continuous signals in technology.
Breakdown
ana- (according to, in proportion) + logos (ratio, proportion) + -ous (adjective suffix, though often dropped in modern usage)
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📝Examples
“The spy used an analog radio because digital signals could be easily intercepted.”
“My cat is the perfect analog to a furry alarm clock that never works properly.”
“She insisted on using analog equipment in her recording studio for that 'warm' sound.”
“His brain operates like an analog computer - slow but surprisingly accurate for complex problems.”
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