elastic band
noun
British
: a thin, flexible loop that is made of rubber and used to hold things together : rubber band
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With an elastic band for easy slip-on and slip-off, these boots come in a variety of neutral colors to match any outfit.
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Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 27 Nov. 2024
Girth-hitch an elastic band to an anchor at ground level, and stand facing away from the anchor.
—Hayden Carpenter, Outside Online, 19 Nov. 2024
The wider elastic band, then covered in a hair-loving fabric, is the best way to secure your hair.
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2024
However, the shoes aren’t ideal for intense activities, due to some heel instability and poor fit of the elastic band at the collar.
—Trina Gray, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 27 Nov. 2024
Girth-hitch an elastic band to an anchor at ground level, and stand facing away from the anchor.
—Hayden Carpenter, Outside Online, 19 Nov. 2024
The wider elastic band, then covered in a hair-loving fabric, is the best way to secure your hair.
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2024
However, the shoes aren’t ideal for intense activities, due to some heel instability and poor fit of the elastic band at the collar.
—Trina Gray, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Elastic band.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elastic%20band. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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