analog-only
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/ˈænəˌlɔg ˈoʊnli/
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/ˈænəlɒɡ ˈəʊnli/
exclusive to analog systems
Etymology
'analog-only' originates from the word 'analog,' which comes from the Greek word 'analogia,' meaning 'proportion.' The suffix '-only' is derived from Old English 'anlic,' meaning 'solely' or 'exclusively.'
'analog' was adopted into English in the 19th century to describe systems that use continuous signals. The term 'analog-only' emerged in the late 20th century to differentiate between analog and digital technologies.
Initially, 'analog' referred to any proportional representation, but with the advent of digital technology, 'analog-only' came to specifically denote systems that do not incorporate digital elements.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to a system or device that operates using continuous signals or information, as opposed to digital systems which use discrete signals.
The old television set is analog-only and cannot receive digital signals.
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Last updated: 2025/03/08 19:08