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- pronunciation:
- ih
lae
stihk
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun), Word Explorer
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
capable of returning to its initial form after being stretched or deformed.
The bunches of asparagus are sold with elastic bands around them.The new, rubber-like material is very elastic.- synonyms:
- resilient, springy, stretchable
- antonyms:
- inelastic, inflexible, rigid
- similar words:
- ductile, flexible, plastic, pliable, pliant, rubbery, supple
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| definition 2: |
capable of accommodating to requirements; flexible.
- synonyms:
- adaptable, flexible, pliable, supple
- antonyms:
- inelastic, inflexible, rigid
- similar words:
- adjustable, pliant, tolerant
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| definition 3: |
capable of recovering quickly; resilient.
- synonyms:
- resilient, springy
- similar words:
- buoyant
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| related words: |
limber, malleable, soft |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a fabric that can be stretched but will recover its original shape, made by weaving in strands of rubber or a similar synthetic material.
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| definition 2: |
a product containing or made of this fabric.
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| derivation: |
elastically (adv.) |
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