Analoog
Example: De analoge technologie blijft relevant in onze digitale wereld.
Definition
"Analoog" describes something that operates or exists in a continuous or non-digital form, often referring to technology that uses physical signals rather than digital data. For example, "analoog" technology involves continuous signals, as opposed to discrete digital ones.
Etymology
The word "analoog" comes from the Greek word 'analōgos,' meaning 'proportionate' or 'corresponding.' It entered Dutch through Latin and French influences, retaining its sense related to similarity or correspondence between continuous signals or values. Did you know? The term originally described mathematical ratios before being applied to technology.
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"Analoog" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 95 commonly used words.
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