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.