analog
In which the value of a data item (such as time) is represented by a continuous(ly) variable physical quantity that can be measured (such as the shadow of a sundial).
Other meanings
Not relating to, or pre-dating, digital technology such as computers and the Internet; relating to real life.
Antonyms
- digital
Related words
- mithralog
- nonanalog
- rapalog
- analog horror
- analog circuit
- analog computer
- analog meter
- analog clock
- analog hole
- analog signal
- analog stick
- analog television
Word history
From Ancient Greek "ἀνάλογος" (proportionate).
Where this comes from
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