formic

Relating to ants; derived from the Latin word 'formica' meaning ant. Now primarily used in scientific contexts such as 'formic acid'.

• 🇷🇺Относящийся к муравьям; происходит от латинского слова 'formica', означающего муравей. В настоящее время используется преимущественно в научных контекстах, таких как 'муравьиная кислота'.

1. Relating to ants C2 formal scientific

   Of, relating to, or derived from ants.

   • The formic nature of the colony was studied by the entomologist.
   • Formic behavior includes complex social structures.
   • The formic trail was visible on the forest floor.

   🇷🇺Муравьиный

2. Relating to formic acid C2 formal scientific

   Of, containing, or derived from formic acid, a simple carboxylic acid.

   • Formic acid is used in some industrial processes.
   • The formic compound was analyzed in the laboratory.
   • Formic derivatives are found in certain insect venoms.

   🇷🇺Муравьиный