elástico
1. capable of being stretched; able to extend and return to original shape
This stretchy fabric is perfect for athletic wear.
Este tecido elástico é perfeito para roupas de atletismo.
2. flexible and able to accommodate different sizes or amounts
The stretchy waistband makes these pants comfortable all day.
A cintura elástica torna essas calças confortáveis o dia todo.
3. able to be extended or expanded beyond normal limits
We need stretchy budget to cover unexpected expenses.
Precisamos de um orçamento flexível para cobrir despesas inesperadas.
In Brazil and the USA, 'stretchy' is commonly used to describe comfortable, casual clothing, particularly athletic wear and loungewear. The term reflects the modern preference for functional, flexible clothing. In Portuguese-speaking contexts, 'elástico' is the standard descriptor for such materials, often appearing in product descriptions and fashion discussions.
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