Mg |
symbol of the chemical element magnesium. |
mg |
abbreviation of "milligram," or "milligrams." |
MI |
abbreviation of "Michigan." |
mi |
the syllable that indicates the third tone of a musical scale. |
mi. |
abbreviation of "mile," or "miles." |
MIA |
abbreviation of "missing in action," used to describe members of the armed forces who became missing during a war. |
mice |
plural of "mouse." |
Michigan |
a state of the north central United States. Its capital is Lansing. (abbreviated: MI) [2 definitions] |
microbe |
A microbe is a tiny life form that can only be seen with a microscope. Many microbes are germs that cause disease. |
microchip |
a tiny plate of silicon that holds many electronic parts. Microchips are used to run computers and other devices. |
microcomputer |
a small computer that is designed for use by a single person. Microcomputers are used by small business and in homes. They are also known as personal computers. |
microorganism |
any life form so small that it can only be seen with a microscope. Microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, and many protozoans. |
microphone |
a device that changes sound waves into electronic signals. Microphones are used to make sounds louder or to broadcast or record them. |
microscope |
an instrument that uses a lens to make very small objects larger so that they can be seen by the eye. |
microscopic |
too small to be seen with the eye. [2 definitions] |
microwave |
a type of radio wave with a high frequency. Microwaves are used in special ovens to heat food and liquids. [2 definitions] |
microwave oven |
an oven that cooks or heats food or beverages quickly using high-frequency radiation. |
mid2 |
amid or among. |
mid- |
a prefix that means "middle." |
Midas |
a king in Greek mythology who was given the power to turn everything he touched into gold. |
midday |
the middle part of the day. |