elastically

Variant of elastic

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

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