Elastic is a property of materials that allows them to return to their original shape after being stretched or compressed.
Elastic is like a rubber band. When you stretch a rubber band, it gets longer. But when you let go, it goes back to its original shape.
The elastic band on my pants broke.
Noun: elastic, elastic band, rubber band, bungee cord.
Adjective: elastic, elasticized, stretchy, rubbery.
Verb: to elasticize, stretch, make elastic.
Synonym: resilient, flexible, pliable.
Antonym: rigid, inflexible, stiff.
The word "elastic" comes from the Latin word elasticus, which means "rebounding" or "springing back". It is made up of the two Latin words e (out) and lasticus (to spring back).
What materials would you describe as being elastic?
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