Microlaser

adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A microscopic laser, typically a few microns in size.

    "In 1989, the first dramatic demonstration of a microlaser was successfully performed by scientists based primarily at Bell Labs; they were able to manufacture one million lasers on a tiny chip smaller than a fingernail."

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of or pertaining to the use of lasers on very small scales. not-comparable

    "The surgeon used microlaser techniques to repair the damage."

Example

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"The surgeon used microlaser techniques to repair the damage."

Etymology

From micro- + laser.

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