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elastic 1. (of a body or material) capable of returning to its original shape after compression, expansion, stretching, or other deformation 2. (of gases) capable of expanding spontaneously 3. Physics (of collisions) involving no overall change in translational kinetic energy 4. made of elastic 5. tape, cord, or fabric containing interwoven strands of flexible rubber or similar substance allowing it to stretch and return to its original shape 6. Chiefly US and Canadian something made of elastic, such as a rubber band or a garter elastic [i′las·tik] (mechanics) Capable of sustaining deformation without permanent loss of size or shape. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Available from Audree's Company, the gowns have strategically placed elasticized hems that help to keep residents' feet, ankles, and legs together as the residents are moved. Laboratory coat sleeves were not elasticized and did not always cover the wrist. The injection unit is operated by electrical power, enabling the production of high quality elasticized rubber products by the precise control of the injection speed and pressure by minute adjustment to fill rubber into the exact product formation inside the mold. |
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