Definition

A very short unit of time equal to one millionth of a second.

Example

The computer processes information in microseconds, making it extremely fast.

Conversation

Did you know that a microsecond is one millionth of a second?

Really? That's incredibly fast!

Yeah, it's amazing how technology can work in such a short microsecond.

Totally! It makes you appreciate how advanced things have become.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Microsecond → It is formed from "micro-" (from Greek "mikros", meaning small) and "second" (from Latin "secundus", meaning second or following). The word "microsecond" refers to a very small unit of time, specifically one millionth of a second.

Memory Tip

Think of 'micro-' meaning small, and 'second' referring to a unit of time. This helps you remember that a microsecond is a very small measure of time.

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