analogue

[ˈænəlɒɡ]

analogue Definition

• 1. a thing or system that is similar to another thing or system
• 2. a device or system that represents changing values as continuously variable physical quantities

Using analogue: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "analogue" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The teacher used a clock as an analogue for the earth's rotation.

• Example

  The vinyl record is an analogue medium.

• Example

  The company's new product is a digital version of their popular analogue device.

analogue Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for analogue

• equivalent
• counterpart
• parallel
• simile

Antonyms for analogue

• digital

Phrases with analogue

• analogue watch

  a watch that uses moving hands to show the time, rather than a digital display

  Example

  I prefer analogue watches because they have a classic look.

• analogue recording

  a method of recording sound that involves capturing the variations of sound waves on a physical medium, such as tape or vinyl

  Example

  Many music enthusiasts prefer the warm sound of analogue recordings over digital ones.

• analogue signal

  a continuous electrical signal that varies in amplitude or frequency to represent changing values, such as sound or video

  Example

  Older televisions used analogue signals to display images, while modern TVs use digital signals.

Origins of analogue

from Greek 'analogos', meaning 'proportionate'

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Summary: analogue in Brief

An 'analogue' [ˈænəlɒɡ] is a thing or system that is similar to another thing or system. It can also refer to a device or system that represents changing values as continuously variable physical quantities. Examples include using a clock as an analogue for the earth's rotation and the vinyl record as an analogue medium. Phrases like 'analogue watch' and 'analogue recording' denote specific types of analogue devices.