elasticised

Thân thiện

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Made with strands or inserts of elastic: Describes an item, typically a piece of clothing, that has been constructed or altered to incorporate elastic material, providing stretch and a snug, flexible fit.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • She prefers elasticised waistbands for comfort.
  • The elasticised cuffs on the jacket help keep out the wind.

Advanced Usage

• Technical/Manufacturing Context: In textile and garment manufacturing, "elasticised" specifies a construction technique where elastic threads are woven into or attached to fabric.
  • The new line of athletic wear features elasticised panels for greater mobility.

Variants and Related Words

• Elasticize (verb): To make something elastic by inserting or attaching elastic material.
  • The tailor can elasticize the waist of those trousers.
• Elastic (noun/adjective): The material itself, or describing something that can stretch and return to its original shape.
• Elasticated (adjective): A synonym, more common in British English, with the same meaning as "elasticised."

Synonyms

• Stretchable: Capable of being stretched.
• Flexible: Able to bend or stretch easily without breaking.

Antonyms

• Inelastic: Not elastic; unable to stretch or flex.
• Rigid: Stiff and unable to bend or be forced out of shape.

Notes on Usage

• "Elasticised" is primarily used as an adjective to modify nouns like , , , or .
• The spelling elasticized is the standard American English form, while elasticised is common in British and other English variants.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. made with strands or inserts of elastic
   • slacks with an elasticized waistband

Từ đồng nghĩa

• elasticized