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nanoscale

American

[nan-uh-skeyl, ney-nuh-] / ˈnæn əˌskeɪl, ˈneɪ nə- /

adjective

of or relating to microscopic particles of matter, devices, etc., that are measured in nanometers or microns.

a nanoscale sensor made of a single molecule.

noun

Measurements. a scale of measurement that uses nanometers or microns as units of measure.

nanoscale Scientific

/ năn′ə-skāl′ /

Relating to or occurring on a scale of nanometers.

Etymology

Origin of nanoscale

First recorded in 1980–85; nano- + scale ²

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nanoscale

A nanoscale hollow cavity is surrounded by a porous shell, forming a confined environment where reactants can accumulate.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 6, 2026

Rather than modifying the ink with surfactants or chemically altering the particles, they dispersed nanoscale ultra fine bubbles throughout the liquid.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 11, 2026

His research in coherent nanoscale laser spectroscopy helped make it possible to study molecules with atomic-scale precision.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 5, 2026

This will enable lightweight and long-lasting consumer gadgets, long-range military drones and even nanoscale robots.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026

The breakthrough came from making nanoscale modifications to the substrate itself.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 17, 2026

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