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elastic

e·las·tic [ i lástik ]


noun  (plural e·las·tics)
Definition:
 
1. stretchy material: strips or threads of rubber or similar stretchable material, or fabric or tape with a stretchy material woven into it so that it can fit tightly around something

2. 
Same as  rubber band




adjective 
Definition:
 
1. made of elastic: made of or containing elastic

2. stretchy and flexible: describes an object or substance that can return quickly to its original shape and size after being bent, stretched, or squashed

3. easily changed: able to incorporate changes or adapt to new circumstances easily

4. springy: light and springy, especially in movement
an elastic gait

[Mid-17th century. Via modern Latin< Greek elastikos "driving, propelling" < elaunein "drive"]

e·las·ti·cal·ly adverb

Word Key: Synonyms

See pliable.

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