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silicone

[sil-i-kohn] / ˈsɪl ɪˌkoʊn /
NOUN
lubricant
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG
WEAK
WD40™


Example Sentences

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Nail polish formulations were coated onto a silicone mat and the resistance of the dried films were measured; formulations with noninfinite resistance were tested on capacitive touchscreens.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

“I had silicone all over my lymph nodes,” the reality TV star told TMZ.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

A clever kit that streamlines the process, it consists of two reusable silicone wraps for shaping and securely storing dough.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

Dow and Corning established a joint venture in 1943 to make silicone and military products in the area.

From Barron's • Nov. 7, 2025

The mask was a silicone rubber North respirator mask with a Lexan faceplate, for good visibility, and the purple filters were the kind that stop a virus.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston