microchip

noun

mi·​cro·​chip ˈmī-krō-ˌchip How to pronounce microchip (audio)

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The scan revealed that the mysterious feline did have a microchip, one that showed the cat's name was Trixie and that her owner could be contacted — in Germany. Rachel Raposas, People.com, 15 July 2025 But in September, the microchip company backed away from the purchase. Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 3 July 2025 When a pet goes missing and is brought into a shelter or veterinary clinic, staff can scan for a microchip and track down the owner. Tj MacIas 3, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2025 Adoption fee: $110 (reduced to $70 from July 5-19); includes microchip with lifetime registration, vet exam. Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for microchip

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First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of microchip was in 1969

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“Microchip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/microchip. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.

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microchip

noun
mi·​cro·​chip ˈmī-krō-ˌchip How to pronounce microchip (audio)

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