elastic — able to return to its original shape after being stretched or compressed
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: able to return to its original shape after being stretched or compressed
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈlæstɪk/
Korean meaning: 늘어나거나 압축된 후 원래 모양으로 돌아올 수 있는, 탄력적인
Korean pronunciation: 일-래스-틱 (강세: 래스)
Example Sentences
- My elastic pants saved me from embarrassment after eating too much pizza.
- The elastic nature of the economy helps it recover from recessions.
- His elastic conscience could stretch to justify almost anything.
elastic
ADJECTIVE//ɪˈlæstɪk//
able to return to its original shape after being stretched or compressed
Stretches and bounces back perfectly
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From plastic box, elastic becomes fantastic!
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Origin
From Greek 'elastikos' meaning 'driving or impulsive,' derived from 'elaunein' meaning 'to drive or push.' The term was adopted into scientific use in the 17th century to describe the property of materials returning to their original shape.
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“My elastic pants saved me from embarrassment after eating too much pizza.”
“The elastic nature of the economy helps it recover from recessions.”
“His elastic conscience could stretch to justify almost anything.”
“The elastic cord snapped back and hit him in the face.”
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