nonstick

adjective

non·​stick ˌnän-ˈstik How to pronounce nonstick (audio)
1
: allowing easy removal of cooked food particles
a nonstick coating in a frying pan
2
: having a nonstick surface
a nonstick frying pan

Examples of nonstick in a Sentence

There is a nonstick coating on the pan.
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Avoid greasing: Parchment paper is nonstick, so there's no need to grease before using. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024 The chemicals are used in a wide range of nonstick, waterproof and stain-resistant products and have become pervasive in the environment and in human beings. Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 4 Dec. 2024 And here’s the thing: With the proper technique, stainless steel is practically nonstick. Alaina Chou, Bon Appétit, 2 Dec. 2024 One caveat: Never use this technique on nonstick cookware, as this will damage the nonstick surface. Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nonstick 

Word History

Etymology

stick entry 3

First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of nonstick was in 1958

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“Nonstick.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nonstick. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.

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nonstick

adjective
non·​stick ˈnän-ˈstik How to pronounce nonstick (audio)
: allowing easy removal of cooked food particles
a nonstick coating in a pan

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