Formica (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Type genus of the Formicidae.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

• The ants of the genus Formica are commonly known as wood ants.
• A well-known species of Formica, the red wood ant, is native to coniferous forests.
• Formica sanguinea is a species of ant that is native to Europe and Asia.
• The genus Formica includes several species that are known for their distinctive red color.
• Some species of Formica are known for their complex social structures and large colonies.

Synonyms

• Genus Formica

Meaning ²

Any of various plastic laminates containing melamine.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.