microform

[ mahy-kruh-fawrm ]

noun

1. any form, either film or paper, containing microreproductions.

microform

/ ˈmaɪkrəʊˌfɔːm /

noun

1. computing a method of storing symbolic information by using photographic reduction techniques, such as microfilm, microfiche, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of microform¹

First recorded in 1955–60; micro- + form

Example Sentences

Primula sikkimensis, Hook, microform Primula capitata, Hook.

From Project Gutenberg

It was found in the microform source, but the quality of this image is poor.

From Project Gutenberg