stretch

³stretch

adj

Definition of STRETCH

1

: easily stretched : elastic <a stretch wig>

2

: longer than the standard size <a stretch limousine>

Examples of STRETCH

1. <stretch fabrics that don't wrinkle or sag>

First Known Use of STRETCH

1954

Related to STRETCH

Synonyms: bouncy, flexible, resilient, rubberlike, rubbery, springy, elastic, stretchable, stretchy, supple, whippy

Antonyms: inelastic, inflexible, nonelastic, rigid, stiff

Related Words: adaptable, ductile, kneadable, malleable, moldable, plastic, pliable, pliant; limber, lissome (also lissom), lithe, lithesome, willowy

Near Antonyms: compact, firm, hard, solid, unyielding; brittle, crisp, crumbly, flaky (also flakey), friable, short

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