Definitions

1. noun

A person who studies the principles of analogy, or a person who converts information into an analog format.

“The team of analogists worked to recreate the old computer system’s functionality using modern analog components.”

2. noun

A person who is skilled in the use of analogies, or a person who uses analogies to solve problems.

“The analogist was able to explain the complex scientific concept using a simple analogy that everyone could understand.”