mi|cro

mi|cro «MY kroh», noun, plural -cros, adjective.

–n.

1. = microcomputer: (Cf. ↑microcomputer) »

As the micro is increasingly used in domestic appliances and commercial and industrial products there will be a rise in demand for displays (New Scientist).

2. an extremely short skirt, dress, or the like.

–adj.

extremely short: »

a micro hem.

╂[< micro-]

micro-,

combining form.

1. small; very small; microscopic: »

Microorganism = a microscopic organism. Microphotograph = a very small photograph.

2. abnormally small: »

Microcephalic = having an abnormally small head.

3. done with, or involving the use of, a microscope: »

Microscopy = investigation done under a microscope.

4. one millionth of a _____: »

Microfarad = one millionth of a farad.

5. that magnifies small _____: »

Microphone = an instrument that magnifies small sounds.

Also, micr- before vowels.

╂[< Greek mīkrós small]