microchip
1 synonym for microchip, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A tiny electronic circuit embedded in a small piece of semiconductor material, used in computers and countless devices.
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How to use microchip
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
have your pet microchipped
a computer microchip
Etymology
A compound of "micro-" (small) and "chip," referring to the tiny silicon chips that carry electronic circuits.
Full origin of microchip →Frequently asked questions
What does “microchip” mean?
The word “microchip” means a tiny electronic circuit embedded in a small piece of semiconductor material, used in computers and countless devices. In plain terms, a tiny electronic circuit chip; also used as a verb for implanting an ID chip in a pet.
How do you pronounce “microchip”?
“Microchip” is pronounced MYK-roh-chihp (/ˈmaɪkɹoʊˌt͡ʃɪp/ in IPA).
How do you use “microchip” in a sentence?
Here is “microchip” used in a sentence: “Modern smartphones contain microchips far more powerful than early room-sized computers.”
What is another word for “microchip”?
Words with a similar meaning to “microchip” include chip.
What part of speech is “microchip”?
Depending on how it is used, “microchip” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “microchip” have?
“Microchip” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a tiny electronic circuit embedded in a small piece of semiconductor material, used in computers and countless devices.
