adj., -i·er, -i·est.
- Capable of being stretched: a stretchy fabric.
- Tending to stretch excessively.
stretchy
Dictionary:
stretch·y (strĕch'ē) 
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adj., -i·er, -i·est.
| WordNet: stretchy |
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The adjective has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
capable of being easily stretched and resuming former size or shape
Synonym: stretchable
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