microscopic

/ˌmaɪkrəˈskɑpɪk/
adjective
  1. Extremely small; too small to be seen without a microscope.
    • The scientist studied the microscopic structure of the crystal.
    • Dust mites are microscopic creatures that live in carpets.
    • Bacteria are microscopic, but they can cause big infections.
  2. Very detailed or precise; looking at things in great detail.
    • Her microscopic attention to detail made her a great jeweler.
    • The detective conducted a microscopic search of the crime scene.
    • The editor gave the manuscript a microscopic examination for errors.
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