Synonyms for

Nano

Verb / ˈnɑ:nəʊ / / ˈnænəʊ / Another word for nano — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Nano is a prefix that means one billionth (1/1,000,000,000) or very small.

Synonyms & similar words

micro minuscule tiny minute infinitesimal microscopic atomic subatomic ultra-small molecular wee diminutive petite lilliputian pocket-sized microscale picayune itty-bitty pint-sized little

Synonyms by register

Formal

minute minuscule microscopic

Informal

tiny itty-bitty wee teeny

Literary

diminutive infinitesimal

Antonyms

large big huge gigantic enormous macro mega

Common collocations

  • nanotechnology
  • nanoparticle
  • nanometer scale
  • nanoelectronics
  • nano-robotics
  • nano-material
  • nano-world

Word family

noun nanotechnology
adjective nano

Usage note

Nano refers to something extremely small, often at the atomic or molecular level. It is primarily used as a prefix in scientific and technical contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The nanorobot can clean up pollution in the water.
  2. I need a nano-second to think about the answer.
  3. My mom uses a nano-sized spoon to measure ingredients for baking.
  4. The nano-particles in sunscreen protect our skin from the sun.
  5. This nano-chip can store a lot of information.

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