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
Recent Examples on the Web
The leather material provides durability, and the silicone adds extra grip strength.
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Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2024
Scrape down sides of the bowl with a silicone spatula, if necessary.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024
This one is made of velvety, body-safe silicone with a two-button interface for breezy use and is best enjoyed with a touch of lube.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 31 Mar. 2024
The leather and silicone holders that were available at launch have since been discontinued.
—Eric Zeman, PCMAG, 27 Mar. 2024
Intended for use with the brand’s best-selling hair serum, this silicone tool uses soft yet sturdy bristles to massage the scalp.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2024
The most expensive dolls are made of full body silicone, and those can cost up to $6,000 and even beyond that.
—David Oliver, USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024
The pink Chiclets are books, more than 3000 of them — molded in silicone, cast in resin — incorporated into the walls, the stairs and the floor.
—Elisabeth Egan Chase Castor, New York Times, 1 Apr. 2024
Users say the soft silicone feels like skin, which amps the illusion of being eaten out.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 31 Mar. 2024
Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2024
Scrape down sides of the bowl with a silicone spatula, if necessary.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024
This one is made of velvety, body-safe silicone with a two-button interface for breezy use and is best enjoyed with a touch of lube.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 31 Mar. 2024
The leather and silicone holders that were available at launch have since been discontinued.
—Eric Zeman, PCMAG, 27 Mar. 2024
Intended for use with the brand’s best-selling hair serum, this silicone tool uses soft yet sturdy bristles to massage the scalp.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2024
The most expensive dolls are made of full body silicone, and those can cost up to $6,000 and even beyond that.
—David Oliver, USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024
The pink Chiclets are books, more than 3000 of them — molded in silicone, cast in resin — incorporated into the walls, the stairs and the floor.
—Elisabeth Egan Chase Castor, New York Times, 1 Apr. 2024
Users say the soft silicone feels like skin, which amps the illusion of being eaten out.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 31 Mar. 2024
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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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