micrometer
1. [ noun ] a metric unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter
Synonyms: micron micrometre
Related terms: metric_linear_unit millimeter nanometer
2. [ noun ] caliper for measuring small distances
Synonyms: micrometer_caliper micrometer_gauge
Related terms: measuring_instrument caliper
Similar spelling:   micrometeor
  micrometre
  Micromeria
  micrometeoric
  micromicron
  Micromyx
  misremember
  micronutrient
  micronor
  Micronase