elasticize

English

Alternative forms

• (British) elasticise

Etymology

From elastic +‎ -ize.

Verb

elasticize (third-person singular simple present elasticizes, present participle elasticizing, simple past and past participle elasticized)

1. (US, transitive) To make (clothing, etc.) with elastic, by attaching elastic bands, so it can be adjusted while maintaining a snug fit.
2. (transitive) To make elastic or stretchy.

   a facial cleanser that elasticizes the skin

Derived terms

• elasticizer
• nonelasticized
• unelasticized

 

See also

• elasticated (British)