microscope
Translation
microscope
Examples
We looked at the cells under a microscope.
We looked at the cells under a microscope.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) microscope to look at (sth.) The scientist used a powerful microscope.
Similar Words
Related: telescope (for distant objects)
Etymology
From Greek 'mikros' (small) + 'skopos' (watcher). Literally 'a watcher of small things'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'scope' for looking at 'micro' (tiny) things.