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Animalculum

Noun (singular): a microscopic or very small animal; usually refers to small organisms that can only be seen under a microscope.

Example sentence: The scientist observed several animalcula swimming in the water sample under the microscope.

Noun (plural): a group of microscopic or very small animals.

Example sentence: The pond is filled with numerous animalcula that are vital to the ecosystem.

Adjective: referring to something very small or microscopic in nature.

Example sentence: The scientist used high-resolution imaging to capture the details of the animalculum organisms.

Adverb: very small in size, barely noticeable.

Example sentence: The dust particles settled on the table animalculum, invisible to the naked eye.

Local: (custom usage)

Example sentence: In the local folklore, villagers tell stories of mythical animalcula that grant wishes to those who find them.

Popular: (custom usage)

Example sentence: The popular belief in ancient times was that animalcula were responsible for diseases, leading to various superstitions.