elasticized

adjective

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elas·ti·cized | \ i-ˈla-stə-ˌsīzd

Definition of elasticized

: made with elastic thread or inserts an elasticized waistband

Examples of elasticized in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Accessible pockets: For easy access to snacks, maps or other necessities, look for backpacks with elasticized side pockets and pockets on the hip belt. — Laura Duerr, chicagotribune.com, "Which backpack is best for hikers?," 9 Apr. 2021 Each pack, which comes in both adult and kid sizes, comes with two machine-washable cloth masks with elasticized ear loops. — Arielle Tschinkel, USA TODAY, "Disney's super popular face masks just went on sale for the first time ever," 10 Nov. 2020 The elasticized waist strap with quick-release buckle is adjustable up to 50 inches. — Mike Dickerson, Outdoor Life, "8 Top Concealed Carry Options for Hikers, Runners, and Cyclists," 23 Oct. 2020 These relaxed-fit dark gray jersey track pants are fitted with an elasticized waistband for comfort and pinched seams for a more polished silhouette. — Dan Q. Dao, Condé Nast Traveler, "Travel-Friendly Streetwear We're Shopping for Right Now," 18 May 2020 Everyone's wearing colourful matching sweatsuits in gym-teacher-style fits, with elasticized hems, raglan sleeves, and a stitched Dorito at the neck. — Connie Wang, refinery29.com, "How This Matching Sweatsuit Became The Unofficial Uniform Of Quarantine," 21 Apr. 2020 Made from a super-stretchy material, the high-rise leggings boast a flattering compression fit and a thick elasticized waistband that won’t slide down. — Rebecca Carhart, Travel + Leisure, "Customers Say These Leggings Are Insanely Comfortable — and They're on Sale Right Now," 30 Apr. 2020 The seamless Reebok leggings come in a cozy nylon blend with an elasticized waistband and mid-rise cut. — Caroline Harris, PEOPLE.com, "Jessica Alba Loves This Matching Workout Set So Much, She Owns It in Multiple Colors," 1 Apr. 2020 The best-sellers from the first collection are cotton pleat-front trousers with an elasticized waistband that ring up at $135. — Nicole Phelps, Vogue, "Thakoon Is Back With a Direct-to-Consumer Line of Everyday Essentials—and a Bricks-and-Mortar Store," 19 Oct. 2019

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