(uncountable) An elastic material used in clothing, particularly in waistbands and cuffs.

(countable) An elastic band.

Capable of stretching; particularly, capable of stretching so as to return to an original shape or size when force is released.

Made of elastic.

Of clothing, elasticated.

(economics) Sensitive to changes in price.

springy; bouncy; vivacious

Pervasive, all-encompassing.

Able to return quickly to a former state or condition, after being depressed or overtaxed; having power to recover easily from shocks and trials.