elasticity
nounfemininetécnico/i.lɐʃ.ti.si.dɐ.dɨ/medium
e·las·ti·ci·da·de
Definition
The physical property of a material that allows it to return to its original shape after being deformed.
The elasticity of the rubber band allows it to stretch and snap back.
Skin loses its elasticity with age.
Common collocations
skin elasticityprice elasticitymodulus of elasticity
Etymology
De 'elástico' (do grego 'elastikós', de 'elaúnein' - impelir) + sufixo '-idade'.