Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nano
Prefix, Adjective
/ˈnæn.oʊ/
Definition
A prefix in the metric system denoting a factor of one billionth (10^-9).
Examples
- The nanoscale materials have unique properties that differ from bulk materials.
- Nanotechnology is used in medicine, electronics, and materials science.
Meaning
Refers to something very small, often at the atomic or molecular scale.
Synonyms
- Minuscule
- Tiny
- Small
- Microscopic
