micrometry

/maɪkrəʊˈmɛtrɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

The measurement of objects or phenomena using a microscope or other precision instruments.

“The scientist used micrometry to analyze the structure of the crystal.”

2. noun

A system of measurement using a microscope or other precision instruments.

“The development of micrometry led to significant advances in the field of biology.”

Synonyms

  • microscopy
  • precision measurement

Antonyms

  • imprecision
  • macroscopy