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microscope

UK/'maikrәuskәup/US
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Definitions

n.

An optical or electronic instrument used to magnify and observe very small objects.

显微镜

v.

To examine something with a microscope; to scrutinize very closely.

用显微镜检查;仔细审查

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
microsmall
+
scopestem
=microscope

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Scientists use microscopes to examine cells and organisms invisible to the naked eye.

  • 2.

    The microscope revealed intricate details in the tissue sample under magnification.

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