Elastiko (en. Elastic)

e-las-ti-ko

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of rubber or material that has the ability to return to its original shape after being compressed or stretched.
She used an elastic on her hair to keep it tidy.
Gumamit siya ng elastiko sa kanyang buhok upang ito ay manatiling maayos.
A tool used for binding or tying items together, usually made of rubber.
There are many elastics in my drawer that I use for my documents.
Maraming elastiko sa aking drawer na ginagamit ko para sa aking mga dokumento.

Etymology

English

Common Phrases and Expressions

elastic band
A band of elastic used for binding items.
elastikong band

Related Words

elasticity
The ability of a material to return to its original shape after being deformed or stretched.
elastisidad

Slang Meanings

Always ready or alert
You should be elastic to changes in our plans.
Dapat elastiko ka sa mga pagbabago sa plano natin.
Flexible or easy to get along with
He’s elastic, so it's easy to find a solution.
Elastiko siya, kaya madali lang makahanap ng solusyon.
Ordinary person or not wealthy
He doesn't want a posh life; he prefers to be just elastic.
Ayaw niya ng sosyal na buhay, mas gusto niya yung elastiko lang.