Lexic.us

Definition of Silicone

1. Noun. Any of a large class of siloxanes that are unusually stable over a wide range of temperatures; used in lubricants and adhesives and coatings and synthetic rubber and electrical insulation.

Definition of Silicone

1. Noun. (chemistry) 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 ¹

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Definition of Silicone

1. a silicon compound [n -S]

Medical Definition of Silicone

1. Any of many polymers made up of alternating oxygen and silicon atomscombined with other organic groups. Silicone can be an oil, grease, gelor plastic, but all forms are resistant to heat, water and will notconduct electricity. It is used for a huge number of uses in industry (lubricants, paints, adhesives, coolants, etc.) Silicone is used inmedicine to replace body parts, and its use in breast implants has comeunder fire because there is evidence that these appliances may leak, andfurther evidence that leaked silicone may cause autoimmune disorders. (09 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Silicone

Literary usage of Silicone

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Elements of Chemistry: Theoretical and Practical by William Allen Miller, Charles Edward Groves, Herbert McLeod (1878)
"The carbonate* of the alkali-metals dissolve it more slowly. silicone acts as a powerful reducing agent, especially in the presence of alkalies. ..."

2. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Food and Drugs, Pt. 800-1299, Revised by Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Staff (2005)
"(2) Double-lumen silicone gel-filled breast prosthesis. ... with an outen silicone adhesive bayen and an outen ..."

3. Innovative Materials and Equipment for Pavement Surface Repairs: Summary of by Kelly L. Smith (1994)
"Thermosetting Materials silicone silicone sealants have been gaining widespread use in the last few years. The questionnaire revealed that 30 agencies have ..."

4. Science of Fingerprints: Classification and Uses (1988)
"The use of silicone has proven advantageous on fingers that are hard and wrinkled but ... A small amount of the silicone should be prepared according to the ..."

5. Interstate Transportation of Human Pathogens: Hearing Before the Committee by Orrin G. Hatch (1999)
"Dr. Friedman, is the FDA moving to change its position on silicone breast ... You recall, sir, how there were concerns initially that somehow silicone was ..."

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