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elastic
adjectivemasculinegeneral usecommon/i.lɐʃ.ˈti.ku/e·las·ti·co
Definitions
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Having the ability to return to its original shape after being stretched or deformed.
Usage examples
“The waistband of these trousers is very elastic.”
“An elastic material was needed for the prototype.”
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Common combinations
elastic bandelastic materialelastic property
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A rubber band or similar stretchable loop used for holding things together.
Usage examples
“She always carries a spare elastic for her hair.”
“The bundle of letters was tied with an elastic.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
hair elasticrubber elasticelastic band