マイクロ
Meanings
1
noun-modifying (irregular)
Prenominal use meaning very small or one millionth. Common in technical and everyday compounds.
This machine operates with micro-level precision.
Microplastics have become an environmental issue.
2
abbreviation
Abbreviation of マイクロバス. Used in casual contexts for a small bus or van.
See also: マイクロバス
We will pick you up from the station to the hotel by minibus.
3
abbreviation
Abbreviation of マイクロフィルム. Used in library or archival contexts.
See also: マイクロフィルム
Old newspapers are preserved on microfilm.