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elastic
adjective
noun
Capable of resuming original shape after stretching or compression; springy
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iˈlæstɪk
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adjective
Capable of resuming original shape after stretching or compression; springy
“An elastic band”
adjective
Able to adjust readily to different conditions
“A flexible personality”
noun
A fabric made of yarns containing an elastic material
noun
A narrow band of elastic rubber used to hold things (such as papers) together
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An elastic band
A youthful and elastic walk
A flexible personality
An elastic clause in a contract
A pliable person
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