mica

English

/ˈmaɪkə/

noun
Definitions
  • (mineral) Any of a group of hydrous aluminosilicate minerals characterized by highly perfect cleavage, so that they readily separate into very thin leaves, more or less elastic.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin mīca (crumb, morsel, grain, bit).

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Latin

mīca

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crumb, morsel, grain, bit

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Kanji

粒

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