microphysics

[ mahy-kruh-fiz-iks ]

noun

, (used with a singular verb)

1. the branch of physics physics dealing with physical objects that are not large enough to be observed and treated directly, as elementary particles, atoms, and molecules.

microphysics

/ ˌmaɪkrəʊˈfɪzɪks /

noun

1. functioning as singular the branch of physics concerned with small objects and systems, such as atoms, molecules, nuclei, and elementary particles

Derived Forms

• ˌmicroˈphysical, adjective

Other Words From

• micro·physi·cal adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of microphysics¹

First recorded in 1880–85; micro- + physics