Microscopio (en. Microscope)

/mi.kro's.co.pi.o/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Instrument that allows magnification and observation of objects that are invisible to the human eye.
The microscope is essential in biology for studying cells.
El microscopio es esencial en la biología para estudiar células.
Optical device that uses lenses to enlarge the image of an object.
The microscope is used in laboratories for scientific research.
El microscopio se utiliza en laboratorios para investigaciones científicas.
Tool that allows seeing microorganisms.
When observing the sample with the microscope, bacteria were found.
Al observar la muestra con el microscopio, se encontraron bacterias.

Etymology

It comes from the Greek 'micros' meaning small and 'skopein' meaning to observe.

Common Phrases and Expressions

electron microscope
Microscope that uses electrons to obtain high-resolution images.
microscopio electrónico
to look through a microscope
To observe something in greater detail using a microscope.
ver a través de un microscopio
microscopic study
Detailed analysis of samples through a microscope.
estudio microscopico

Related Words

lens
Optical element that can enlarge the image of an object.
lente
cell
Basic unit of life that can be observed with a microscope.
célula
bacteria
Microorganism that can be studied using a microscope.
bacteria

Slang Meanings

To look closely
When it comes to fine details, it's like checking with a microscope.
Cuando se trata de detalles finos, es como revisar con un microscopio.
To broaden the vision
One must broaden the vision, as with a microscope.
Hay que ampliar la visión, como con un microscopio.