noun
mica
MEYE-kuh
Mica (noun) means a mineral that splits easily into thin, flexible, shiny sheets, often found in granite and used in electronics and cosmetics. Example: “The rock face glittered with flecks of mica.”
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A mineral that splits easily into thin, flexible, shiny sheets, often found in granite and used in electronics and cosmetics.
"The rock face glittered with flecks of mica."
"Mica is added to some makeup products to give them a subtle shimmer."
How to use mica
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA shiny, layered mineral that peels apart into thin sheets, sometimes used for its sparkle in makeup or as an electrical insulator.
Common pairings
sheets of mica
mica flakes
mica-based cosmetics
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Word forms
- Plural
- micas
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The rock face glittered with flecks of _____.
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.
