Definition

A unit of time equal to one billionth of a second, often used to measure very short durations.

Example

The computer processes data in nanoseconds, making it extremely fast.

Conversation

Did you know that a nanosecond is one billionth of a second?

Wow, that's incredibly fast!

I read that some computer processes can happen in a nanosecond.

That’s amazing! Technology is advancing so quickly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nanosecond → It is formed from "nano-" (from Greek "nanos", meaning dwarf or very small) and "second" (from Latin "secundus", meaning following or second). The word "nanosecond" refers to a time interval that is one billionth of a second, emphasizing its extremely small duration.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nano-' meaning very small, and 'second' indicating a unit of time. This helps you remember that a nanosecond is an incredibly tiny fraction of a second.

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