silicon Meaning & Definition
/ˈsɪlɪkən/
What Does Silicon Mean?
Silicon is used as a noun meaning A nonmetallic element (symbol Si) with an atomic number of 14 and atomic weight of 28.0855. It is also used to mean A single atom of this element.
Word Facts for Silicon
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsɪlɪkən/ |
| Synonyms | atomic number 14 and si |
| Plural | silicons |
Silicon Definition (Noun)
- A nonmetallic element (symbol Si) with an atomic number of 14 and atomic weight of 28.0855.
- A single atom of this element.
Noun
- Computing.
- A computer processor.
- Abbreviation of silicon chip.
Noun
- Computer processor
Noun
- A wafer of silicon on which an integrated circuit has been built; a microchip
Synonyms of Silicon
atomic number 14si
Silicon synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
silicon (usually uncountable, plural silicons)
silicon (uncountable)
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Origin of Silicon
Origin 1: Coined by Scottish chemist Thomas Thomson as a modification of the earlier name silicium, from the stem of Latin silex (“flint, silica”) + -on from carbon.
Origin 2: From the silicon chips used in computers.
Silicon: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is silicon?
Silicon is a noun.
What is another word for silicon?
You can replace silicon with words such as atomic number 14 and si. See the full list of silicon synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of silicon?
The plural of silicon is silicons.