Definition

A person or tool that examines something carefully in order to understand it better or to find important information.

Example

The data analyst used a special software as an analyzer to interpret the results of the survey.

Conversation

Have you seen the new analyzer software for data?

Yeah, I heard it makes everything so much easier to understand.

I think it could really help us with our project.

Definitely! We should try using that analyzer for our next presentation.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Analyzer → It is formed from "analyze" (from Greek "analusis", meaning to unloosen or break down) and the suffix "-er" (meaning one who). The word "analyzer" refers to one who breaks down or examines something in detail.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'breaks down' ('analyze') information to understand it better — that's what an analyzer does.

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