Definitions
capable of resuming original shape after stretching or compression; springy
Word origin
From French élastique, from New Latin elasticus (“elastic”), from Ancient Greek ἐλαστός (elastós), alternative form of ἐλατός (elatós, “ductile”) (cf. ἐλατήρ (elatḗr, “a driver, hurler”)), from ἐλαύνω (elaúnō, “to drive, set in motion, push, strike, beat out”).
Used in a sentence
“The rope is somewhat elastic, so expect it to give when you pull on it.”
“elastic band”
“Demand for entertainment is more elastic than demand for energy.”
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Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“Stretchy”7 letters
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