microelectronics

noun plural mi·cro·elec·tron·ics \-i-ˌlek-ˈträ-niks\

: the design, production, or use of very small electronic devices and circuits

: very small electronic devices or circuits

Full Definition of MICROELECTRONICS

singular in construction : a branch of electronics that deals with the miniaturization of electronic circuits and components

: devices, equipment, or circuits produced using the methods of microelectronics

— mi·cro·elec·tron·ic \-nik\ adjective

— mi·cro·elec·tron·i·cal·ly \-ni-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

1958

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