Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
analogue
noun
/ˈænəlɒɡ/
Definition
A word, thing, or concept that is comparable to another; a counterpart or equivalent.
Examples
- The heart is often considered an analogue of a pump.
- In some ways, the two systems are analogues of each other.
- The film was an analogue of a classic novel.
Meaning
Something that is similar to or can be compared with something else, often used to describe comparisons in different contexts.
Synonyms
- counterpart
- equivalent
- similar
- parallel
