nano-

Meaning

1. In the International System of Units and other metric systems of units, multiplying the unit to which it is attached by 10⁻⁹ (short scale billionth or long scale milliardth). Symbol: n
2. Derived from the nanotechnology industry.
3. Very small.

Concepts

nano-

n

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈnænəʊ/

Etymology

From Latin nānus (“dwarf”), from Ancient Greek νᾶνος (nânos).