Silicone Definition

sĭlĭ-kōn
noun
Any of a group of polymerized, organic silicon compounds containing a basic structure of alternate oxygen and silicon atoms, usually with various organic groups attached to the chain: characterized by relatively high resistance to heat, water, etc. and used in oils, polishes, etc.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
  • silicone polymer

Other Word Forms of Silicone

Noun

Singular:
silicone
Plural:
silicones

Origin of Silicone

  • silicon + -one. Originally obtained by the attempted synthesis of the silicon equivalent of a ketone.

    From Wiktionary

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