elastic vs polyethylene

elastic

noun
  • An elastic material used in clothing, particularly in waistbands and cuffs. 

  • An elastic band. 

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

  • Made of elastic. 

  • springy; bouncy; vivacious 

  • Pervasive, all-encompassing. 

  • Sensitive to changes in price. 

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

  • Of clothing, elasticated. 

polyethylene

noun
  • A polymer consisting of many ethylene monomers bonded together; used for kitchenware, containers etc. 

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