micro

1 of 2

adjective

mi·​cro ˈmī-(ˌ)krō 

1

: very small

especially : microscopic

2

: involving minute quantities or variations

micro

2 of 2

noun

plural micros

1

: microcomputer

2

: microprocessor

Examples of micro in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

If there’s anything the documentary community is used to dealing with it’s turbulence, whether at the macro level of major change in the business itself, or at the micro level of getting a film production off the ground. —Matthew Carey, Deadline, 16 June 2024

Eric Martinez, 28, who has wrestled with substance abuse most of his life, was directed into a micro community after his Denver tent encampment was swept by the city. —CBS News, 14 June 2024

Noun

So the independence of the macro from the micro is not complete: There is some leakage between levels. —Quanta Magazine, 10 June 2024

This collection features a variety of essential pieces, including swimwear, slip dresses, micro and tennis skirts, button-downs and retro corset tops. —Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 27 Mar. 2024

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

Phrases Containing micro

• micro-grid
• micro-mobility
• micro-RNA

Kids Definition

micro

adjective

mi·​cro

ˈmī-krō

: microscopic sense 3

Medical Definition

micro

adjective

mi·​cro ˈmī-(ˌ)krō 

1

: very small

especially : microscopic

2

involving minute quantities or variations