Associations to the word «Micrometer»

Wiktionary

MICROMETER, noun. An SI/MKS unit of measure, the length of one millionth of a meter. Symbols: µm, um, rm
MICROMETER, noun. A device used to measure distance very precisely but within a limited range, especially depth, thickness, and diameter.

Dictionary definition

MICROMETER, noun. A metric unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter.
MICROMETER, noun. Caliper for measuring small distances.

Wise words

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John Locke