elasticband

noun
UK /ɪˈlæstɪk bænd/
US /ɪˈlæstɪk bænd/

A small stretchy ring that you use to hold things together.

She used an elastic band to keep her pencils in a bundle.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A loop of stretchy material used to hold hair in place.

He tied his long hair back with an elastic band.

3. A stretchy band used in exercise or physical therapy for resistance.

The physiotherapist gave her an elastic band for knee exercises.

4. A stretchy cord used to secure items such as luggage or packages.

They wrapped an elastic band around the rolled-up poster.