elastic

  • (noun): An elastic material used in clothing, particularly in waistbands and cuffs.
  • (noun): An elastic band.
  • (adjective): Capable of stretching; particularly, capable of stretching so as to return to an original shape or size when force is released.
  • (adjective): Made of elastic.
  • (adjective): Of clothing, elasticated.
  • (adjective): Sensitive to changes in price.
  • (adjective): Springy; bouncy; vivacious
  • (adjective): Able to return quickly to a former state or condition, after being depressed or overtaxed; having power to recover easily from shocks and trials.
  • running shorts use elastic to eliminate the need for a belt
  • The rope is somewhat elastic, so expect it to give when you pull on it.
  • elastic band
  • Demand for entertainment is more elastic than demand for energy.
  • elastic spirits; an elastic constitution