elastique

noun

elas·​tique

ˌāˌlaˈstēk

plural -s

: a firm fabric resembling cavalry twill that is usually made of wool or worsted and is used for uniforms and sportswear

Word History

Etymology

French élastique elastic (adjective and noun), from New Latin elasticus expansive, impulsive

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