analogue
/ˈænəlɒɡ/ · /ˈænəlɔːɡ/
CEFR level C1Topic TechnologyWord #6298 in the learning path
类似物；对应物
Definitions
n. something similar to another thing in function or structure
类似物；对应物
adj. using continuously varying signals rather than digital information
模拟式的；非数字的
Example
This wooden model is an analogue of the bridge.
这个木制模型是那座桥的对应模型。
Researchers use a mechanical analogue of the human heart to investigate how blood flows through damaged valves.
研究人员利用模拟人类心脏的机械装置，研究血液如何流经受损的瓣膜。
Collocations
- analogue of something
- analogue signal
- analogue clock
Word family
- analogous (adj.)
- analogy (n.)
Synonyms
- counterpart
- equivalent
Usage tip
名词指对应物；形容词指模拟式，区别于digital。
FAQ
- What does analogue mean?
- something similar to another thing in function or structure using continuously varying signals rather than digital information
- How is analogue pronounced?
- UK /ˈænəlɒɡ/, US /ˈænəlɔːɡ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
