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microstructure

[ mahy-kroh-struhk-cher ]

noun

, Metallurgy.
  1. the structure of a metal or alloy as observed, after etching and polishing, under a high degree of magnification.

microstructure

/ ˈmaɪkrəʊˌstrʌktʃə /

noun

  1. structure on a microscopic scale, esp the structure of an alloy as observed by etching, polishing, and observation under a microscope

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Word History and Origins

Origin of microstructure1

First recorded in 1880–85; micro- + structure

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