elástico

elastic

adjective eh-LAHS-tee-koh Rare

Origin: From French élastique, from Greek elastós (ductile, beaten), from elaunein (to drive, to beat metal).

Also means

flexible

Usage Note

Elástico functions as both an adjective ('elastic,' 'stretchy') and a noun. As a masculine noun, el elástico or una goma elástica means a rubber band or elastic band. The figurative use is common: horario elástico means a flexible schedule. The feminine noun elástica can refer to a stretchy athletic top in some regions.

Examples

"El tejido es muy elástico y cómodo."

Natural Translation

The fabric is very elastic and comfortable.

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