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Noun: micrograph  'mI-kru,grãf or 'mI-krow,grãf
  1. A graphic reproduction (as a photograph) of the image of an object formed by a microscope
    "Seen here is a scanning electron micrograph of yogurt, revealing bacteria that can be used to promote health"
     
  2. An instrument for producing very small writing or engraving
    "The artist used a micrograph to create intricate designs on a grain of rice"
     
  3. A photograph or digital image taken through a microscope
    "The micrograph revealed the complex structure of the cell membrane"

Derived forms: micrographs

Type of: exposure, photo, photograph, pic [informal], piccy [informal], picture

Encyclopedia: Micrograph