microplate

noun — 2 senses

microplate

noun

/ˈmaɪkɹoʊˌpleɪt/

Etymology From micro- + plate.

1

A flat plate with multiple "wells" used as small test tubes.

2

Geography, Geology, Natural sciences A relatively small tectonic plate.

Synonyms
assay plate, microtiter plate
Related terms
microplate reader

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