tensibility

A scientist measures the tensibility of a new rubber material.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Capability of being stretched or extended: "tensibility" refers to the quality or property of a material or object that allows it to be pulled, drawn out, or expanded without breaking.

Usage Examples

• (The rubber band could stretch without snapping.)
• (They measured how much the alloy could be stretched before failing.)

Advanced Usage

• "tensibility under load": the degree to which a material can be stretched when a force is applied.
  • The fabric's tensibility under load was impressive; it returned to its original shape after being stretched. (The fabric could stretch significantly under force and then recover.)

Variants and Related Words

• Tensible (adj): capable of being stretched or extended.
  • The tensible nature of the rope allowed it to be used for towing. (The rope could stretch when pulled.)
• Tensile (adj): relating to tension or the ability to be stretched.
  • The tensile strength of the wire was tested in the lab. (The wire's resistance to being pulled apart was measured.)
• Tension (n): the state of being stretched tight.
  • The tension in the cable was too high, causing it to snap. (The cable was stretched too tightly.)

Synonyms

• Stretchability: the capacity to be stretched.
• Elasticity: the ability of a material to return to its original shape after being stretched.
• Extensibility: the quality of being able to be extended or lengthened.

Related Idioms