Analogue

ˈænəˌlɒg

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or thing that is comparable to another; a counterpart.

The horse is an analogue of the car in terms of transportation.

Something that is similar or comparable in certain respects.

The researchers found an analogue in the animal kingdom that helps understand human behavior.

A substance that has a similar structure to another but differs in composition.

The chemist created an analogue of the drug that had fewer side effects.

A representation of something in a different form.

The film serves as a popular analogue to the original novel.

adjective

Similar or comparable in certain respects.

The analogue process in the experiment yielded consistent results.

From Greek 'analogos' meaning 'proportionate'.

analogue to

comparable to or similar in structure or function.

analogue signal

a continuous signal that represents physical measurements.

analogue watch

a watch that shows time using hands rather than a digital display.

digital

Referring to a signals or data in discrete values.

metaphor

A figure of speech that implies a comparison.

correspondence

A relationship or connection between things.

Old-school tech, typically referring to non-digital devices.

This vinyl record is a real analogue experience.

Something classic or retro.

I prefer analogue music players for their warm sound.