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micro

micro

adjective MEE-kroh Rare
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Origin: From Greek mikrós, 'small'.

Also means

tiny

Usage Note

Micro is invariable — it does not change for gender or number (un micro processore, le micro fibre). It functions both as a standalone adjective and as a productive prefix in compound words (microchip, microbioma). When used alone informally it means 'tiny' (una micro porzione).

Examples

"Usa una micro spatola per applicare il prodotto."

Natural Translation

Use a tiny spatula to apply the product.

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