borosilicate

n.
A salt that is derived from both boric acid and silicic acid and occurs naturally in dumortierite.

Any of a large number of substances in which BO₃ and SiO₄ units are linked to form networks with a wide range of structures. Borosilicate glasses are particularly important; the addition of boron to the silicate network enables the glass to be fused at lower temperatures than pure silica and also extends the plastic range of the glass. Thus such glasses as Pyrex have a wider range of applications than soda glasses (narrow plastic range, higher thermal expansion) or silica (much higher melting point). Borosilicates are also used in glazes and enamels and in the production of glass wools.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: a salt of boric and silicic acids

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