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polytetrafluoroethylene

Pronunciation: [ˌpɒliˌtɛtrəˌfluəˈrɒθɛliːn]

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Learn how to use polytetrafluoroethylene in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “material science”

(noun) a type of plastic that is very useful and doesn't stick to things easily. You might find it used in non-stick cooking pans. It's really great for making sure food doesn’t stick when you cook.

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My mom uses polytetrafluoroethylene coatings on her frying pans, so nothing sticks while she cooks.

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We can't use regular plastics for this project because they aren't as good as polytetrafluoroethylene.

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Why is polytetrafluoroethylene so popular for cookware?

How to pronounce polytetrafluoroethylene

Pronunciation: [ˌpɒliˌtɛtrəˌfluəˈrɒθɛliːn]

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