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elastic

elas·tic

UK/ɪˈlæstɪk/ US/ə-/ uncommon us
adjective (2) noun (2)

adjective

1.

capable of resuming original shape after stretching or compression; springy

  • “an elastic band”
  • “a youthful and elastic walk”
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2.

able to adjust readily to different conditions

  • “an adaptable person”
  • “a flexible personality”
  • “an elastic clause in a contract”
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noun

1.
2.

an elastic fabric made of yarns containing an elastic material

Origin

From French élastique, from New Latin elasticus (“elastic”), from Ancient Greek ἐλαστός (elastós), alternative form of ἐλατός (elatós, “ductile”) (cf.

Phrases

  • elastic band
  • elastic collision
  • elastic deformation
  • elastic energy
  • elastic fiber
  • elastic limit
  • elastic recovery
  • elastic sides
  • gum elastic
  • hair elastic

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