A chemical element with symbol Si and atomic number 14, known for its semiconductor properties and used extensively in electronics and computer chips.

Silicon is a crucial component in the manufacturing of microchips for computers and smartphones.

(informal, metonymic) A microchip or integrated circuit; semiconductor device.

Thanks to custom silicon, the new console delivers superior graphics performance.

siliconadjective

Made of or containing silicon; relating to the semiconductor industry.

The region experienced rapid growth during the silicon boom of the 1990s.