elasticized

adjective

elas·​ti·​cized i-ˈla-stə-ˌsīzd How to pronounce elasticized (audio)
: made with elastic thread or inserts
an elasticized waistband

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The wide-leg pants are high-rise with a flat, elasticized waistband that doesn’t dig in. — Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 3 Mar. 2026 The style is characterized by its thin leather sole and elasticized sides. — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019 The shape is softer, closer to a slipper, with a flexible sole and an elasticized back that slightly collapses at the heel. — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 6 Apr. 2026 Both pairs are constructed with the brand’s signature stretch denim that’s comfortable without the elasticized look of sweatpants and leggings. — Clara McMahon, People.com, 16 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for elasticized

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First Known Use

circa 1909, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of elasticized was circa 1909

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“Elasticized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elasticized. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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elasticized

adjective
elas·​ti·​cized i-ˈlas-tə-ˌsīzd How to pronounce elasticized (audio)
: made with elastic threads or inserts
an elasticized waistband
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