Formica

prop. n.	1.	(Zool.) A Linnæan genus of hymenopterous insects, including the common ants. See Ant.
	1.	A thermosetting plastic material composed of melamine resin, having good heat and chemical resistance, and commonly used as the surface layer in laminated sheets employed as coverings for counter tops, walls, or furniture.

Noun	1.	Formica - any of various plastic laminates containing melamine
	2.	Formica - type genus of the Formicidae Synonyms: genus Formica

plastic laminate, trademark