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mickey
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micro
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micro-electromechanical system
micro goal
micro-hedge
micro-miniskirt
micro scooter
microaerophile
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micro-

micro-


prefix 
Definition:
 
1. small, minute
microcosm

2. using a microscope or requiring magnification
microbiology

3. one-millionth (10-6)
Symbol  µ

microgram
microsecond

4. of a small area or on a small scale
microhabitat
micromanage

5. involving microfilm or microphotography
microform

[< Greek mikros "small"]
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