nounπShareAn elastic material used in clothing, particularly in waistbands and cuffs."running shorts use elastic to eliminate the need for a belt"materialwearChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn elastic band."My little sister used an elastic to hold her hair up for school. "materialthingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareCapable of stretching; particularly, capable of stretching so as to return to an original shape or size when force is released."The rope is somewhat elastic, so expect it to give when you pull on it."materialphysicstechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareOf clothing, elasticated."My gym shorts are elastic, so they fit comfortably. "wearmaterialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareSensitive to changes in price."Demand for entertainment is more elastic than demand for energy."economybusinessfinancedemandChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareSpringy; bouncy; vivacious"The children's laughter was so elastic, bouncing through the house. "materialphysicsabilityqualityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareAble to return quickly to a former state or condition, after being depressed or overtaxed; having power to recover easily from shocks and trials."elastic spirits; an elastic constitution"abilitymaterialphysicsconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
