microscopy

noun

mi·​cros·​co·​py mī-ˈkrä-skə-pē 

: the use of or investigation with a microscope

microscopist

mī-ˈkrä-skə-pist 

noun

Examples of microscopy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For example, it could be used for things such as extremely compact cardiac magnetic imaging, brain-field measurements, lab-on-chip biological sensors, and very high-resolution magnetic microscopy. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2026

Advances in microscopy, DNA sequencing, and genomics continue to reveal the enormous diversity of the microbial world and its central role in ecosystems, agriculture, biotechnology, and human health. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Aug. 2026

The researchers analyzed all five types of mucus using various techniques, including proteomics, X-ray fluorescence, X-ray diffraction, cryoscanning electron microscopy, and liquid chromatography. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 7 Aug. 2026

In terms of concrete research, Deng mentioned the use of expansion microscopy for a better view of brain tissues. — John Werner, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1665, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

microscopy

noun

mi·​cros·​co·​py mī-ˈkräs-kə-pē 

: the use of the microscope : investigation with the microscope

Medical Definition

microscopy

noun

mi·​cros·​co·​py mī-ˈkräs-kə-pē 

plural microscopies

: the use of or investigation with the microscope