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elastic Definition

elas·tic (ē lastik, i-)

adjective

  1. able to spring back to its original size, shape, or position after being stretched, squeezed, flexed, expanded, etc.; flexible; springy
  2. able to recover easily from dejection, fatigue, etc.; buoyant an elastic temperament
  3. readily changed or changing to suit circumstances; adaptable elastic regulations
  4. Econ. responding to changes in price: said of the demand for, or supply of, particular goods or services

Etymology: ModL elasticus < LGr elastikos < Gr elaunein, to set in motion, beat out < IE base *el-, to drive, move, go > ? lane

noun

  1. an elastic fabric made flexible by strands of rubber or a rubberlike synthetic running through it
  2. a band, garter, etc. of this material
  3. a rubber band

elastic Related Forms

elas·ti·cally adverb

elastic Synonyms

elastic

modif.

flexible, pliant, springy, stretchy; see flexible 1. See syn. study at flexible.

elastic Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • stretch: Parents with Elastic Find ways of ' stretching the elastic ' of independence from day one.
  • attach: It was I who attached the elastic to his donkey.

Preposition: at

waist: Shaped like a disposable with no elastic at waist Two sizes, not suitable for less than 10lb.

Adjective modifier

  • linear: The poled microstructure determines the linear elastic, dielectric and piezoelectric moduli.
  • less: They also have no valves valves and contain less elastic and muscle fibers more elastic and muscle fibers.
  • soft: The diaper has an excellent fit with soft elastic at the legs.

Modifies a noun

  • modulus: A - Yes, by overcoming the elastic modulus, a new local memory can be induced.
  • waistband: It has an elastic waistband that fits sizes 8 to 12 waist.
  • bandage: Therefore, an elastic compression bandage should maintain the sub bandage pressure over a given period.
  • stocking: You're the varicose veins, I'm the elastic stocking.
  • scattering: Conventional high energy electron diffraction relies on elastic scattering.
  • hosiery: Made to measure Elastic hosiery - garments made to patient's measurements.

Modifying Another Word

  • perfectly: At this urban wage level, the supply of rural labor is considered to be perfectly elastic.
  • highly: The highly elastic, top grade 100 % CR Neoprene allows more movement for ultimate wearer comfort.
  • slightly: The ligament and its branches are strong but only slightly elastic.

Noun used with modifier

  • visco: Currently I sleep on a cheap bed with a tempur type, visco elastic foam 2 " overlay that eases pressure points.
  • knicker: After dinner, we all relaxed until... Nigel was summoned into ladies underwear and Lynda's knicker elastic snapped.
  • deck: Some kayakers do carry their flares on the deck of their kayak, typically under the deck elastics just in front of the cockpit.
  • leg: Leg strap retainer elastics Another cheap component which can prevent you pulling on a loose leg strap when it is time to open.

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