microscope
/ˈmaɪkrəskəʊp/ · /ˈmaɪkrəskoʊp/
CEFR level B2Topic ScienceWord #3754 in the learning path
显微镜
Definitions
n. An instrument that makes very small objects appear much larger.
显微镜
Example
We examined a drop of pond water under the microscope.
我们用显微镜观察了一滴池塘水。
Using a microscope allows students to observe cell structures that are invisible to the naked eye.
使用显微镜能让学生观察到肉眼无法看见的细胞结构。
Collocations
- under a microscope
- electron microscope
- light microscope
Word family
- microscopic (adj.)
- microscopy (n.)
- microscopically (adv.)
Usage tip
microscope看微小物体；telescope看远处物体。
FAQ
- What does microscope mean?
- An instrument that makes very small objects appear much larger.
- How is microscope pronounced?
- UK /ˈmaɪkrəskəʊp/, US /ˈmaɪkrəskoʊp/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
