analog timer
/ˈænəlɒɡ ˈtaɪmər/ · an·a·log tim·er
noun
- A device that measures time using a continuous physical quantity, such as a needle or a dial, rather than a digital display. The analog timer on the old clock radio allowed users to set the time with a precise mechanical mechanism.
- A feature or function in a device or system that displays time in a non-digital format. The analog timer on the smartphone's music player allowed users to set a countdown timer with a visual display of the remaining time.
Did you know? Analog timers were widely used in the early 20th century, particularly in radio and music equipment, before the advent of digital technology.