elastic

Definition

• n. a fabric made of yarns containing an elastic material
• adj. capable of resuming original shape after stretching or compression; springy
• adj. able to adjust readily to different conditions

Word forms

Plural

elastics

Example sentences

1. n.

   I used an elastic to keep my hair in a ponytail.

2. a.

   The material of this shirt is very elastic, so it fits comfortably.