microchip
Translation
microchip, silicon chip, integrated circuit
Examples
Modern computers contain millions of microchips.
Modern computers contain millions of microchips.
The dog has a microchip for identification.
The dog has a microchip for identification.
Grammar Patterns
a/the microchip a very small piece of silicon with electronic circuits on it The dog has a microchip for identification.
Similar Words
Synonyms: integrated circuit, silicon chip
Etymology
From 'micro-' (small) + 'chip' (a small piece of something). It means a small piece.
Memory Tips
Imagine a tiny potato 'chip' that is 'micro' small and acts as a computer's brain.