verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

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

   "a facial cleanser that elasticizes the skin"

Synonyms

All synonyms

vulcanize

Example

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"a facial cleanser that elasticizes the skin"

Etymology

From elastic + -ize.

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