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micrography
[ mahy-krog-ruh-fee ]
noun
- the description or delineation of microscopic objects.
- examination or study with the microscope ( macrography ).
- the technique or practice of using the microscope.
- the art or practice of writing in very small characters.
micrography
/ maɪˈkrɒɡrəfɪ; ˌmaɪkrəʊˈɡræfɪk /
noun
- the description, study, drawing, or photography of microscopic objects
- the technique of using a microscope
- the art or practice of writing in minute characters
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Derived Forms
- ˌmicroˈgraphically, adverb
- micrographic, adjective
- miˈcrographer, noun
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Other Words From
- mi·crogra·pher noun
- mi·cro·graph·ic [mahy-kr, uh, -, graf, -ik], adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of micrography1
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Example Sentences
Monochromatic light is utilized in photo-micrography for the best rendition of detail.
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The stand is of elegant appearance and large dimensions, making it especially well adapted for work in photo-micrography.
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He is mentioned for his skill in micrography in Holinshed's Chronicle.
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