Teflon
noun
A brand name for a type of non-stick coating used on cookware and other products.
My frying pan has a Teflon coating that prevents food from sticking.
Often appears as...
- Teflon pan
- Teflon coating
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A brand name for a type of non-stick coating used on cookware and other products.
My frying pan has a Teflon coating that prevents food from sticking.
Often appears as...
- Teflon pan
- Teflon coating
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
In discussions, Teflon can mean something that does not retain blame or criticism.
His mistakes rolled off him like a Teflon surface.
Pro Tip 2/3Brand Awareness
Knowing Teflon is a brand name can help in discussions about materials.
Using Teflon generically can confuse brand and product.
Pro Tip 3/3Cooking Tips
Use low to medium heat with Teflon pans to prolong their life.
High heat can damage the Teflon coating.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
In discussions, Teflon can mean something that does not retain blame or criticism.
His mistakes rolled off him like a Teflon surface.
Pro Tip 2/3Brand Awareness
Knowing Teflon is a brand name can help in discussions about materials.
Using Teflon generically can confuse brand and product.
Pro Tip 3/3Cooking Tips
Use low to medium heat with Teflon pans to prolong their life.
High heat can damage the Teflon coating.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
In discussions, Teflon can mean something that does not retain blame or criticism.
His mistakes rolled off him like a Teflon surface.
Pro Tip 2/3Brand Awareness
Knowing Teflon is a brand name can help in discussions about materials.
Using Teflon generically can confuse brand and product.
Pro Tip 3/3Cooking Tips
Use low to medium heat with Teflon pans to prolong their life.
High heat can damage the Teflon coating.
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