micro

1 of 3

adjective

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

micro

2 of 3

noun

plural micros

micro-

3 of 3

combining form

see micr-

Examples of micro in a Sentence

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Adjective
My mother-in-law uses the Boacay Soft and Warm Travel Blanket because the ultra-soft, micro-plush fabric keeps her warm in chilly airplane cabins without irritating her skin. Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026 Since their November 2017 engagement, Meghan’s made one notable change to the piece, replacing the original gold band with a thin micro-pavé band. Ilana Frost, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026 Electrochemical additive manufacturing enables the creation of pure copper structures with micro-precision details as fine as 30 micrometers, far surpassing the thermal conductivity of standard aluminum alloys. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 8 May 2026 The technology deposits conductive and dielectric inks simultaneously, producing integrated 3D electronic structures with micro-scale precision. William Jones, USA Today, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for micro

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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“Micro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/micro. Accessed 12 May. 2026.

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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