elasticize
verbEtymology From elastic + -ize.
1
US To make (clothing, etc.) with elastic, by attaching elastic bands, so it can be adjusted while maintaining a snug fit.
2
To make elastic or stretchy.
- a facial cleanser that elasticizes the skin
- Derived terms
- elasticizer, nonelasticized, unelasticized
- Related terms
- elasticated