mica
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Noun — A mineral that splits easily into thin, flexible, shiny sheets, often found in granite and used in electronics and cosmetics.
How to use mica
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin mica, meaning "grain" or "crumb," likely a reference to its flaky, crumbling texture.
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What does “mica” mean?
The word “mica” means a mineral that splits easily into thin, flexible, shiny sheets, often found in granite and used in electronics and cosmetics. In plain terms, a shiny, layered mineral that peels apart into thin sheets, sometimes used for its sparkle in makeup or as an electrical insulator.
How do you pronounce “mica”?
“Mica” is pronounced MEYE-kuh (/ˈmaɪ.kə/ in IPA).
How do you use “mica” in a sentence?
Here is “mica” used in a sentence: “The rock face glittered with flecks of mica.”
What part of speech is “mica”?
“Mica” is a noun.
Where does the word “mica” come from?
The word “mica” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin mica, meaning "grain" or "crumb," likely a reference to its flaky, crumbling texture.