Definition of Elastic
Elastic
e·las·tic


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
capable of being easily stretched, expanded, or deformed and able to resume its original shape;

e.g. Elastic bands are a great way store newspapers and posters.

(adjective)
ability to emotionally bounce back from negative emotions;

e.g. He was lauded for having elastic emotions in the face of misfortune.

(adjective)
not rigid, or being receptive to new ideas - adaptable;

e.g. They worked in an elastic environment in order to make employees more productive.

(noun)
fabric that contains rubber and easily stretches or expands;

e.g. The skirt was with leather and elastic.





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