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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Decant cotton swabs into a silicone pouch and baking soda into a travel soap dish.
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Kelly Roberson, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2025
The food grade silicone can be filled up hot or cold, keeps weird smells at bay, and is microwave and dishwasher safe.
—Christopher Hastings, Bon Appétit, 13 Jan. 2025
Clinically proven to reduce dandruff by 24% and scalp oil by 50% in one month, this waterproof device features silicone bristles that massage the scalp in the shower, effectively eliminating oil and dead skin buildup.
—Angela Lei, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
The standard model comes with a tempered glass screen, stainless steel case, and a 20mm silicone sport band.
—Victoria Song, The Verge, 7 Jan. 2025
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Kelly Roberson, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2025
The food grade silicone can be filled up hot or cold, keeps weird smells at bay, and is microwave and dishwasher safe.
—Christopher Hastings, Bon Appétit, 13 Jan. 2025
Clinically proven to reduce dandruff by 24% and scalp oil by 50% in one month, this waterproof device features silicone bristles that massage the scalp in the shower, effectively eliminating oil and dead skin buildup.
—Angela Lei, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
The standard model comes with a tempered glass screen, stainless steel case, and a 20mm silicone sport band.
—Victoria Song, The Verge, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Silicone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/silicone. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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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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