STRETCHY definition: having a tendency to stretch, especially excessively or unduly. See examples of stretchy used in a sentence.

Long draw spun yarns are light, lofty, stretchy, soft, and full of air, thus they are good insulators, and make good knitting yarns.

Definition of stretchy adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

1. Capable of being stretched: a stretchy fabric. 2. Tending to stretch excessively.

Factsheet What does the adjective stretchy mean? There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective stretchy. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

The meaning of STRETCHY is having a capacity or tendency to stretch especially unduly. How to use stretchy in a sentence.

Jun 18, 2025 · stretchy (comparative stretchier, superlative stretchiest) Capable of stretching; elastic.

Stretchy material is slightly elastic and stretches easily. The stretchy and soft fabric is as comfy as you can get. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers

Stretchy describes something that can stretch or be stretched easily, like elastic or rubber. It often refers to materials that expand and return to their original shape without breaking.

STRETCHY meaning: able to stretch and then return to the original size and shape