silicone
noun
sil·i·cone
ˈsi-lə-ˌkōn 
: any of various polymeric organic silicon compounds obtained as oils, greases, or plastics and used especially for water-resistant and heat-resistant lubricants, varnishes, binders, and electric insulators
Examples of silicone in a Sentence
a prosthesis made of silicone
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Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
29 June 2026
Coupled with its silicone/PU hydrophobic finish and 20D ripstop grid, the fabric promises 4,900-mm waterproofing, stout UV resistance and rugged durability.
—
New Atlas,
28 June 2026
The Mobi Fold feels soft and smooth to the touch, thanks to its silicone coating.
—
Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
27 June 2026
This silicone spatula set is already in my cart.
—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for silicone
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“Silicone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/silicone. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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silicone
noun
sil·i·cone
ˈsil-ə-ˌkōn
: any of various silicon compounds that contain carbon and hydrogen, are obtained as oily or greasy substances or plastics, and are used especially for water-resistant and heat-resistant lubricants and varnishes
Medical Definition
silicone
noun
sil·i·cone
ˈsil-ə-ˌkōn
: any of various polymeric organic silicon compounds which are obtained as oils, greases, or plastics and some of which have been used as surgical implants
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