silicone resin
- noun
- /ˈsɪlɪˌkoʊn ˈrɛzɪn/
- Specialized
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resina de silicona
- The electronics industry often uses silicone resin to coat circuit boards, protecting them from moisture.
Examples
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The artist used silicone resin to create her sculptures.
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The paint's durability is improved with the addition of silicone resin as a binding agent.
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A transparent silicone resin was chosen for the waterproof seal on the device.
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Many manufacturers prefer silicone resins for their durability.
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The contractor chose silicone resin for its excellent water-repellent properties in the roofing project.
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They used silicone resin to create a durable and flexible seal for the aquarium.
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The artist mixed pigments with silicone resin to produce a glossy finish on her sculptures.
Synonyms
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A soft, man-made material for seals and bakeware that resists heat
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A man-made material that stays stable in very hot or cold temperatures and is used for rubber, glue, and coatings
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Morphology
The phrase 'silicone resin' is compositionally a resin made from silicone, so a B1 learner who knows 'silicone' (a synthetic material) and 'resin' (a sticky/plastic substance) can directly infer it is a resin derived from silicone. This follows a common noun–noun compounding pattern and is cross-linguistically transparent, so the overall meaning (a silicone-based polymer) is immediately comprehensible even if some technical details are unfamiliar.
Etymology
Silicone resin comes from the idea of a resin (a sticky, protective substance like 'tree sap') made from silicon-based materials. So the name helps you remember it is a man-made protective material used to keep out water and to insulate electronic parts.