silicone
US /ˈsɪl.ə.koʊn/
UK /ˈsɪl.ɪ.kəʊn/
名詞
シリコーン
any of a class of synthetic materials made up of repeating units of silicon and oxygen atoms, often with carbon and hydrogen atoms attached, used in various forms such as oils, greases, resins, and rubbers.
例:
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The baking mat is made of flexible silicone.
ベーキングマットは柔軟なシリコーン製です。
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Silicone implants are used in cosmetic surgery.
シリコーンインプラントは美容整形に使用されます。