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siloxane

si·lox·ane [ si lók sàyn, sī lók sàyn ] (plural si·lox·anes)


noun 
Definition:
 
compound of silicon and oxygen: a compound containing alternating silicon and oxygen atoms in which the silicon atoms are attached to organic groups or hydrogen.
See also  silicone


[Early 20th century. Blend of silicon + oxygen + methane]
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