silicone.
Any of a class of inert, semi-inorganic polymeric compounds (polysiloxanes), that have a wide range of thermal stability and extreme water repellence, used in a very wide range of industrial applications, and in prosthetic replacements for body parts.
Meaning & usage
Any of a class of inert, semi-inorganic polymeric compounds (polysiloxanes), that have a wide range of thermal stability and extreme water repellence, used in a very wide range of industrial applications, and in prosthetic replacements for body parts.
Where this word comes from
From silicon + -one. Originally obtained by the attempted synthesis of the silicon equivalent of a ketone.
To join or treat (something) with a silicone-based product.
silicone the bathtub to the tile
To enhance or reconstruct (a body part) with a prosthesis containing silicone.
Where this word comes from
From silicon + -one. Originally obtained by the attempted synthesis of the silicon equivalent of a ketone.
Having had cosmetic surgery, especially breast enlargement.
Where this word comes from
From silicon + -one. Originally obtained by the attempted synthesis of the silicon equivalent of a ketone.
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