silicone

/ˈsɪlɪkoʊn/

nounsil · i · cone

Think: **SILLY CONE**—a cone made of silicone that bends instead of breaking.

Yes, it's silicone. Don’t confuse it with **silicon** (no final **-e**). **Silicone** ends with **-one** like “stone.”

Definitions

  1. nounA flexible, rubber-like synthetic material that is heat-resistant and water-resistant, used in sealants, adhesives, cookware, and medical products.
  2. nounA group of synthetic polymers made from silicon, oxygen, and other elements (commonly used as oils, gels, or rubbers).

Examples

  • “The plumber applied silicone around the sink to stop the leak.”
  • “Use a silicone spatula so the batter won’t stick and it can handle high heat.”
  • “The phone case is made of silicone, so it feels soft and grippy.”

Synonyms

sealantcaulkrubber compoundpolymersilicone rubber

Translations

ES siliconaPT siliconeFR silicone

Common misspellings

silliconesiliconeesiliconsiliconesilliconsiliconne

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