analysers

Meanings

1. 1nouncountabletechnical

   instruments or devices that examine something in detail, especially by separating it into parts.

   Grammar: Countable: this is the plural form; the singular is 'analyser'.

   Patterns

   • a chemical analyser
   • a spectrum analyser
   • use an analyser to do something

   The lab uses analysers to test blood samples for diseases.

   Engineers connected spectrum analysers to measure the signal quality.

   Modern analysers can detect tiny amounts of pollutants in water.

2. 2nouncountable

   people or things that examine information closely to find patterns or meanings.

   Grammar: Countable; usually refers to people in this sense, but can also refer to software tools.

   Patterns

   • a data analyser
   • a financial analyser
   • work as an analyser

   Financial analysers studied the company's reports before advising clients.

   The software includes analysers that highlight unusual activity in the network.

Word forms

Common combinations

a spectrum analyser

The technician used a spectrum analyser to check the radio frequencies.

a blood analyser

The hospital bought a new blood analyser for faster test results.

a network analyser

A network analyser can help find problems in computer systems.

a data analyser

She works as a data analyser for a large insurance company.

Synonyms and how they differ

analyzer

This is the American spelling; the meaning is the same.

examiner

Examiner is a general word for someone who checks something; analyser is more technical and often refers to a device.

Word family

analyse verb

To examine something in detail to understand it.

analysis noun

A detailed examination of something.

analytical adjective

Using logical reasoning to examine things.

Commonly confused: analysers or analyzer?

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