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Meaning of elastic

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

elastic

Pronunciation:/iˈlæstɪk/

noun

Definitions

  1. An elastic material used in clothing, particularly in waistbands and cuffs.

    Example: running shorts use elastic to eliminate the need for a belt

  2. An elastic band.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Capable of stretching; particularly, capable of stretching so as to return to an original shape or size when force is released.

    Example: The rope is somewhat elastic, so expect it to give when you pull on it.

  2. Made of elastic.

    Example: elastic band

  3. Of clothing, elasticated.

  4. Sensitive to changes in price.

    Example: Demand for entertainment is more elastic than demand for energy.