Teflon

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Tef·​lon ˈte-ˌflän How to pronounce Teflon (audio)
used for synthetic fluorine-containing resins used especially for molding articles and for nonstick coatings

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“Teflon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Teflon. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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Teflon

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Tef·​lon ˈtef-ˌlän How to pronounce Teflon (audio)
used for synthetic fluorine-containing resins used especially for nonstick coatings

Medical Definition

Teflon

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Tef·​lon ˈtef-ˌlän How to pronounce Teflon (audio)
used for polytetrafluoroethylene used especially for molding articles and for coatings to prevent sticking (as of food in cookware)
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