See Also: elastane(dictionary)

elastane (iou)



elastane noun. L20.
[from ELAST(IC + -ANE.]
A highly elastic polyurethane material, composed of any of various man-made elastomeric fibres, used esp. to make hosiery, underwear, and other close-fitting garments.
? Proprietary names for such materials are LYCRA, SPANDEX.