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Teflon has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Proper Noun

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Noun
1

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

"She decided to replace her old skillet because she wanted non-stick surfaces coated with Teflon for easier cleanup."

2

polytetrafluoroethylene, PTFE

"The chef was impressed that the new non-stick pan coating was made of teflon."

Adjective
1

Having an undamageable reputation (by analogy with nonstick Teflon surfaces).

"The chef sprayed non-stick cooking spray on the pan so the eggs wouldn't stick to the bottom."

2

Non-stick, slick.

Proper Noun
1

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

"After applying a high-quality teflon spray to the grill grates, I was amazed at how easily the seasoned food slid off without any sticking."

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