micromanipulation

[ mahy-kroh-muh-nip-yuh-ley-shuhn ]

/ ˌmaɪ kroʊ məˌnɪp yəˈleɪ ʃən /

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noun

the technique of performing mechanical operations under high magnification through the use of specialized tools.

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Origin of micromanipulation

First recorded in 1920–25; micro- + manipulation

Words nearby micromanipulation

microlithic, microlitic, microloan, micrology, micromanage, micromanipulation, micromarketing, micromere, micrometeorite, micrometeoroid, micrometeorology