formica

• POS: Noun
• HYPHEN: For=mi=ca

CIDE DICTIONARY

formica, prop. n. [L., an ant.].

 A Linnæan genus of hymenopterous insects, including the common ants. See Ant.  [1913 Webster]

formica, prop. n. [a trademark.].

 A thermosetting plastic material composed of melamine resin, having good heat and chemical resistance, and commonly used as the surface layer in laminated sheets employed as coverings for counter tops, walls, or furniture.  [PJC]

OXFORD DICTIONARY

formica, n. propr. a hard durable plastic laminate used for working surfaces, cupboard doors, etc.

Etymology

20th c.: orig. uncert.