noun
mica
MEYE-kuh
noun
1
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
Word Forms
micas plural, Micas plural
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin mica, meaning "grain" or "crumb," likely a reference to its flaky, crumbling texture.