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Microchip

//ˈmaɪkɹoʊˌt͡ʃɪp// noun, verb

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An integrated circuit.
  2. 2
    electronic equipment consisting of a small crystal of a silicon semiconductor fabricated to carry out a number of electronic functions in an integrated circuit wordnet
  3. 3
    An integrated circuit.; A microprocessor.

    "By the early 2020s, the strategic priority level of microchip fabrication prowess and capacity had only grown."

Verb
  1. 1
    To fit (an animal) with a microchip. transitive

    "Still, doing something to protect your cat is better than doing nothing, so you should have your cat microchipped in the groin area with a registered ID."

  2. 2
    To cause microscopic chips (abrasions) in a material. transitive

    "Material removal occurs when the abrasive particles, suspended in the slurry, are struck on the downstroke of the vibrating tool. The velocity imparted to the abrasive particles causes microchipping and erosion as the particles impinge on the workpiece."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From micro- + chip.

Etymology 2

From micro- + chip.

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