Alternative spelling of analog hole

The vulnerability in copy protection schemes for non-interactive digital works, whereby the eventual analog output can be copied (as by re-recording music as it plays) even if the digital representation is secure.

Alternative spelling of anathematize

(mathematics) The mathematical study of functions, sequences, series, limits, derivatives and integrals.

present participle of lend an ear

simple past tense and past participle of lend an ear

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of lend an ear

plural of anal sphincter

(anatomy) The study of large-scale anatomy, especially that which may be seen by the unaided eye.

An action or occurrence must be very bad indeed if it brings no benefit to anyone.