Definition

A very small film that contains images of printed documents, reduced to a size that is much smaller than regular microfiche, often used for storing large amounts of information in a compact format.

Example

The library uses ultrafiches to save space while preserving important documents.

Conversation

Have you ever seen an ultrafiche before?

No, I haven't! What is it?

It's basically a super tiny version of a microfiche, like a printed document shrunk down a lot.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to check one out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ultrafiche is formed from "ultra-" (meaning beyond or extreme) and "fiche" (from French, meaning a file or a record). The word refers to a type of film or record that is extremely small or beyond the usual size, often used in archival contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ultra-' meaning beyond, and 'fiche' as a record or file. This helps you remember that 'ultrafiche' refers to a record that is beyond the usual size.

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