micromethod

[ mahy-kruh-meth-uhd ]

noun
  1. the use of magnification, usually by using a microscope, for study or for performing mechanical operations on a very small scale.

  2. the use of much smaller quantities for achieving test results than is standard for the procedure.

Origin of micromethod

1
First recorded in 1915–20; micro- + method

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