TEFLON

Teflon, polytetrafluoroethylene

(noun) a material used to coat cooking utensils and in industrial applications where sticking is to be avoided

Source: WordNet® 3.1

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Etymology

Proper noun

Teflon

Multiple film, resin, coatings, fabric and surface protectors made with PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) or fluoropolymer and surfactants not made with PTFE.

Synonym: polytetrafluoroethylene

Adjective

Teflon (not comparable)

(informal, of a person) Having an undamageable reputation (by analogy with nonstick Teflon surfaces).

Anagrams

• Felton

Etymology

Noun

teflon (uncountable)

polytetrafluoroethylene, PTFE

Adjective

teflon (comparative more teflon, superlative most teflon)

(metaphorically) Non-stick, slick.

Anagrams

• Felton

Source: Wiktionary

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