nonstick

adjective

non·​stick ˌnän-ˈstik 

1

: allowing easy removal of cooked food particles

a nonstick coating in a frying pan

2

: having a nonstick surface

a nonstick frying pan

Examples of nonstick in a Sentence

There is a nonstick coating on the pan.

Recent Examples on the Web

For those who love to cook, an easy way to help avoid these chemicals is by ditching your nonstick cookware and investing in stainless steel. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2025

Plus, the basket and crisper plate are nonstick and dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 July 2025

The standard-size pans were all PTFE-free and came in a variety of materials, including aluminum, carbon steel, silicone, and cast iron; some had nonstick coatings. —Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 June 2025

Look for a model that opens wide for easy cleaning and has a nonstick kettle and warming plate. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 July 2025

Word History

Etymology

stick entry 3

First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for nonstick

• broomstick
• dipstick
• homesick
• joystick
• lipstick
• pickwick
• picnic
• redbrick
• seasick
• sidekick
• slapstick
• toothpick

Kids Definition

nonstick

adjective

non·​stick ˈnän-ˈstik 

: allowing easy removal of cooked food particles

a nonstick coating in a pan