Definition of: elasticity

(i·las′tis′ə·tē, ē′las-) noun
1. Physics That property of matter by virtue of which a body tends to resist deformation, returning to a former or normal size, shape, or configuration, after being deflected, compressed, expanded, twisted or drawn.
2. The rebounding quality of bodies; resilience; springiness: the elasticity of the air.
3. The tendency to recover from depression or misfortune; buoyancy.

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