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microscopic

mi·cro·scop·ic [ mkrə skóppik ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. very small: extremely small

2. invisible without microscope: invisible without the use of a microscope

3. involving microscope: using or involving a microscope

4. thorough: very thorough and meticulous


mi·cro·scop·i·cal·ly adverb
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