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Definition of Analog

1. Noun. Something having the property of being analogous to something else.

2. Adjective. Of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input. "Linear amplifier"

Definition of Analog

1. Adjective. (context: of a device or system) in which the value of a data item (such as time) is represented by a continuously variable physical quantity that can be measured (such as the shadow of a sundial) ¹

2. Noun. something that bears an analogy to something else ¹

3. Noun. (countable biology) an organ or structure that is similar in function to one in another kind of organism but is of dissimilar evolutionary origin ¹

4. Noun. (chemistry) a structural derivative of a parent compound that often differs from it by a single element ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Analog

1. analogue [n -S] - See also: analogue

Medical Definition of Analog

1. 1. One of two organs or parts in different species of animals or plants which differ in structure or development but are similar in function. 2. A compound that resembles another in structure but is not necessarily an isomer (e.g., 5-fluorouracil is an analog of thymine); analog's are often used to block enzymatic reactions by combining with enzymes (e.g., isopropyl thiogalactoside vs. Lactose). Synonym: analogue. Origin: G. Analogos, proportionate (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Analog

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Literary usage of Analog

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. State and Local Law Enforcement Wireless Communications and Interoperability by Mary J. Taylor, Robert C. Epper, Thomas K. Tolman (1998)
"Exhibit 9: Current and Preferred Use of analog/Digital LMR Systems analog is still most common but most agencies prefer digital. ..."

2. Transactionsby European Orthodontic Society, Ossianic Society, North of England Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society, University of Glasgow Oriental Society, Wentworth Historical Society, American Institute of Electrical Engineers, Homoeopathic Medical by European Orthodontic Society, Ossianic Society, North of England Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society, University of Glasgow Oriental Society, Wentworth Historical Society, American Institute of Electrical Engineers, Homoeopathic Medical Society of t (1869)
"A Large-Scale General-Purpose Electric analog Computer 664-73 1948 McCann, GD; ... Application of the California Institute of Technolog)' Electric analog ..."

3. Permafrost: Second International Conference, July 13-28, 1973 : USSR by Frederick J. Sanger, Peter J. Hyde (1978)
"A numerical solution of this problem on a computer is presented in a paper by Pal'kin.3"* The analog method enables consideration to be given to any ..."

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