mica
|mi-ca|
B2
/ˈmaɪ.kə/
layered mineral
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mica' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'mica,' where 'mica' meant 'crumb' or 'grain.'
Historical Evolution
'mica' changed from the Latin word 'mica' and eventually became the modern English word 'mica'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'crumb' or 'grain,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a mineral with a layered structure.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a group of minerals characterized by their ability to be split into thin, flexible sheets.
Mica is often used in electrical insulators.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a shiny silicate mineral with a layered structure, found in granite and other rocks.
The mica in the rock gave it a sparkling appearance.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/26 00:27