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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Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 15 Nov. 2025
This silicone utensil set includes a basting brush, scraper, and two spoon spatulas — all of which are dishwasher-safe, designed with ergonomic handles for a more comfortable and stable grip, and can withstand temperatures up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 15 Nov. 2025
The segment has numerous tailwinds including a steady shift into silicone hydrogel 1-day lenses (about 40% of consumers are still using non-daily lenses), global growth in contact users, and high barriers to entry for competitors.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 15 Nov. 2025
Keep food from getting in the gaps between your counters and stove with inexpensive aluminum or silicone gap covers.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2025
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Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 15 Nov. 2025
This silicone utensil set includes a basting brush, scraper, and two spoon spatulas — all of which are dishwasher-safe, designed with ergonomic handles for a more comfortable and stable grip, and can withstand temperatures up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 15 Nov. 2025
The segment has numerous tailwinds including a steady shift into silicone hydrogel 1-day lenses (about 40% of consumers are still using non-daily lenses), global growth in contact users, and high barriers to entry for competitors.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 15 Nov. 2025
Keep food from getting in the gaps between your counters and stove with inexpensive aluminum or silicone gap covers.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2025
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 17 Nov. 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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