micro Definition
- 1very small in size or scale
- 2denoting a factor of one millionth
- 3denoting a very small unit of measurement in the metric system
Using micro: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "micro" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The company specializes in microelectronics.
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The microbe can only be seen under a microscope.
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The microsecond is a unit of time equal to one millionth of a second.
Origins of micro
from Greek 'mikros', meaning 'small'
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Summary: micro in Brief
The prefix 'micro' [ˈmaɪkrəʊ] means very small, often denoting a factor of one millionth or a small unit of measurement in the metric system. Examples include 'microelectronics' and 'microsecond.'
