micro

1 of 2

adjective

mi·​cro ˈmī-(ˌ)krō How to pronounce micro (audio)
1
: very small
especially : microscopic
2
: involving minute quantities or variations

micro

2 of 2

noun

plural micros

Examples of micro in a Sentence

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Adjective
The laptop features the same micro LED technology as the see-through Samsung TV that debuted at CES earlier this year. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2024 Thirty-five mini and micro Australian shepherds were found in extremely poor conditions on a property north of Albuquerque, officials said. Julia Daye, Sacramento Bee, 22 Feb. 2024 In 2024, both macro and micro conditions may weigh against box office records. Patrick Frater, Variety, 7 Feb. 2024 Margot Robbie also debuted a micro French manicure at an Oscar nominees’ celebration lunch. Hannah Coates, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2024 Yet these bungalows will soon serve a new purpose — micro restaurants offering Taiwanese pineapple cake and freshly ground hamburgers in a compound called Alpine Courtyard, morphing the pleasures of dining out with the nostalgic comforts of home. Arielle Paul, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2024 In the past decade, Western investors have put less weight on headline economic measures such as GDP in favour of micro indicators like electricity usage, owing to fears that official indicators do not ‘tell the real picture’. Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2024 The patch is more expensive, at $34 for 12 micro darts, than other pimple patches– like Starface and Mighty Patch, which are about $12 dollars for over 30 patches– but this is because ZitSticka’s HYPERFADE™ is not just a regular hydrocolloid patch. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 30 Jan. 2024 And one element in particular: her fun and flirty micro fringe. Tish Weinstock, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2024
Noun
Today’s rally, which got several China and Hong Kong indices flat/slightly positive year to date, was driven by several macro and micro catalysts today. Brendan Ahern, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024 This attention to both the macro and micro speaks to the broad cross-section of visitors Munich attracts. Emma Spedding, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2023 What makes this one a breakthrough is the inclusion of ultrasound technology, which gives it an advantage over other radiofrequency micro treatments for its ability to precisely target individual skin concerns like texture irregularities, laxity, and discoloration. Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 13 Nov. 2023 Additionally, the micro yes gives your employee the opportunity to accept, deny or postpone feedback, which instills a sense of autonomy. Eugene Dilan, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023 So this one has got a little bit of the micro and a little bit of the macro. Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2023 In this cheery bookcase, a lineup of wooden houses, gold reindeer, and micro trees bring a winter wonderland to a basic shelf. Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 18 Aug. 2023 While hanging out with friends Hailey and Justin Bieber at Soho House in Malibu, Jenner sported a high-low ensemble made up of a black and white satin bandeau midi-dress, a white leather clutch bag, and black Prada micro shades. Alex Kessler, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2023 Regular microneedling involves making micro-injuries to the skin to trigger a wound-healing response that promotes collagen production. Audrey Noble, Allure, 15 Aug. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

Adjective

independent use of micro-

Noun

by shortening

First Known Use

Adjective

1923, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1971, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of micro was in 1923

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Cite this Entry

“Micro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/micro. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

micro

adjective
mi·​cro
ˈmī-krō

Medical Definition

micro

adjective
mi·​cro ˈmī-(ˌ)krō How to pronounce micro (audio)
1
: very small
especially : microscopic
2
involving minute quantities or variations

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