elasticity |
the condition or quality of being elastic, as in texture. [3 definitions] |
elasticize |
to make (fabric or the like) elastic by stitching in an elastic band, or by interweaving with strands of rubber. |
elastin |
an elastic protein in connective tissue that helps the body to maintain shape. |
elastomer |
any of various synthetic substances having the elastic qualities of rubber. |
elate |
to make extremely happy or proud; cause to be in elevated spirits. |
elated |
extremely happy or proud; in elevated spirits. |
elation |
a feeling or condition of happiness, pride, or elevated spirits. |
E layer |
a thick layer of ions located at a height of about sixty to ninety miles in the E region of the earth's outer atmosphere and having the ability to deflect radio waves. |
elbow |
the bend or joint between the human upper arm and forearm, or the bony projection at this bend. [6 definitions] |
elbow grease |
(informal) vigorous physical exertion, as in doing work. |
elbowroom |
enough space or scope to move around in freely. |
elder1 |
a comparative of "old." [7 definitions] |
elder2 |
any of various shrubs or small trees that bear clusters of small white flowers and red or blackish berrylike fruits. |
elderberry |
the red or blackish fruit of the elder, often used for wine or jam. [2 definitions] |
elderly |
aging or rather old. |
elder statesman |
a retired, usu. elderly statesman whose advice is sought by government leaders. [2 definitions] |
eldest |
a superlative of "old." |
El Dorado |
a legendary South American destination of early Spanish explorers seeking gold and riches. [2 definitions] |
Eleanor Roosevelt |
civil rights activist, diplomat, and First Lady to President Franklin Roosevelt from 1933 to 1945; born Anna Eleanor Roosevelt (b.1884--d.1962). |
Eleatic |
of or pertaining to an ancient Greek school of philosophy that developed a systematic method of inquiry, esp. into the illusory character of plurality, movement, and change. [2 definitions] |
elect |
to select through the process of voting. [8 definitions] |