Élastique
Example: Les matériaux élastiques permettent des applications industrielles innovantes.
Definition
"Élastique" refers to materials or objects that can stretch and return to their original shape after being deformed. In general contexts, "élastique" describes substances exhibiting flexibility and resilience, making them useful in various industrial and everyday applications.
Etymology
The word "élastique" comes from the Greek word 'elastikos,' meaning 'ductile' or 'flexible.' It entered French through Latin 'elasticus,' reflecting the property of stretching and bouncing back. Did you know? The concept of elasticity fascinated early scientists studying how materials respond to forces.
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"Élastique" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 95 commonly used words.
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