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elastic
有弹性的;能伸缩的
able to go back to its original shape after being stretched or compressed; springy
- 1.
Capable of stretching; particularly, capable of stretching so as to return to an original shape or size when force is released.
能够伸展的;特别是能够在释放力后恢复原状的
- 2.
Made of elastic.
由弹性材料制成的
- 3.
Of clothing, elasticated.
衣物有弹性的
- 4.
Sensitive to changes in price.
对价格变化敏感
- 5.
springy; bouncy; vivacious
有弹性的;活泼的
- 6.
Pervasive, all-encompassing.
普遍的,包罗万象的
- 7.
Able to return quickly to a former state or condition, after being depressed or overtaxed; having power to recover easily from shocks and trials.
能够迅速恢复到原状的;容易从打击和考验中恢复的
灵活的;能适应变化的;能够伸展的;特别是能够在释放力后恢复原状的;由弹性材料制成的;衣物有弹性的;对价格变化敏感
In use
This new fabric is elastic, so it can stretch in every direction without losing its shape.
She tied the box with an elastic cord to keep the lid secure.
The elastic straps on the backpack keep the sleeping bag in place.
be elastic enough to [verb]
表示某物弹性足够做某事。
This fabric is elastic enough to stretch without tearing.
这种布料弹性足够,能拉伸而不撕裂。
be elastic in [noun phrase]
表示在某方面灵活或有弹性。
The company's hiring criteria are elastic in their requirements.
公司的招聘标准在要求上很灵活。
use an elastic to [verb]
弹性绳或橡皮筋的用法。
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Learner notes
Usage priority
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