Formic

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈfɔː(ɹ)mɪk/
• Rhymes: -ɔː(ɹ)mɪk

Origin

From Latin formica ("ant").

Full definition of formic

Adjective

1. Of or pertaining to ants.
2. (organic chemistry) Of, pertaining to or derived from formic acid (or from methane).

Derived terms

• formication

Synonyms

• antly