Formica (noun)

1. A type of plastic laminate material used for making kitchen and bathroom countertops and other surfaces.
2. A genus of hymenopterous insects of the family Formicidae, which includes ants.

Origin:

Late 18th century: modern latin, from latin formica "ant".

Examples:

1. The kitchen countertops were made of formica.
2. He used formica to make a new table top.
3. The countertop was made from formica, a durable plastic laminate.
4. The Formica genus of ants is one of the most widespread and conspicuous groups of ants.
5. The Formica ants are known for their aggressive behavior.