polytetrafluoroethylene

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Pronunciation

• (GA) IPA: /ˌpɑlitɛtɹəˌflɔɹoʊˈɛθɪlin/
• (RP) IPA: /ˌpɒlitɛtɹəˌflɔːɹəʊˈɛθɪliːn/

Noun

polytetrafluoroethylene

1. A tough synthetic resin used to make seals and bearings and to create a nonstick coating on cooking utensils.

   Synonyms: PTFE, Teflon

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